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15 Denver Hiking Tours Worth Flying For

15 hikes  ·  from $65 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a walking friend: 15 denver hiking tours that justify the airfare, each with its price, its distance and the one thing to know before you commit.

Guided Hiking Tour in Colorado Rocky Mountains View of Mt BlueSky - The trail: moderate effort, quiet scenery
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Guided Hiking Tour in Colorado Rocky Mountains View of Mt BlueSky

1.Guided Hiking Tour in Colorado Rocky Mountains View of Mt BlueSky

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Meet your guide at Nest at Nurture in Denver, then ride through Morrison, past Red Rocks and Dinosaur Ridge, to a moderate Rocky Mountain hike. Guides such as Lauren, Andrew, Mickey, and Rachel adjust the pace, provide snacks, and share local nature facts. Expect about four hours, small groups, and big mountain views.

“It is a great way to hike if you need a way to get the the trails, especially if you’re hiking alone. I just wish there were more choices of different levels of hiking. This is a pretty basic trail but lovely.”

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The EDGE: Epic Sky Trek - Harnesses, smart safety, and the first climb
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The EDGE: Epic Sky Trek

2.The EDGE: Epic Sky Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

At The EDGE: Epic Sky Trek in Castle Rock, you choose from 120 aerial obstacles and ziplines reaching 50 feet high. Smart safety gear lets kids and adults move at their own pace, from easier green routes to tougher black challenges. Guides including Austin and Jack help when needed, while full-day access gives you room to take breaks.

“We have done this a couple of times as a family. The first time was a ton of fun during summer and then we just did it again. The staff there is friendly, helpful, and patient. Austin was our guide who was amazing with the children and it was a fun way to spend the day as a family. We will continue to come back if you’re looking for a fun outdoor activity for everyone in your family from children to adults this is the activity for you”

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Hiking in the Rockies - Group hike tour near Denver - What your five hours usually include
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Hiking in the Rockies – Group hike tour near Denver

3.Hiking in the Rockies – Group hike tour near Denver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $65Cheapest way up

Join a small guided group hike west of Denver, carpooling to a Rocky Mountain trail within an hour of the city. Guides such as Brian, Adrienne, Madison, and Ryan adjust the route to the group, explain plants and wildlife, and provide snacks and winter traction spikes. Expect 2 to 4 hours on foot at elevations from 6,000 to 12,000 feet.

“Brian and Cody were great! They were fun, knowledgeable, caring, and prepared. We had a large group, with 7 in my group and they were able to cater to everyone’s skill level and needs. The hike wasn’t too challenging either. It was very enjoyable to see the Rockies, breathe the mountain air, and be outside in nature. We had only one complete free day before our work conference and this is how we started that day and we were all very grateful we did. You will be a little tired after, especially if you are from sea level, like us, but it’s completely worth it and doable. Stay hydrated, bring…”

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Glacier Hiking & Geothermal Cave Pools Tour - St. Mary’s Glacier at 10,200 feet
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Glacier Hiking & Geothermal Cave Pools Tour

4.Glacier Hiking & Geothermal Cave Pools Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Join Adventure Colorado Tours for an active day from Denver to St. Mary’s Glacier and Indian Hot Springs. Guides such as Tyler, Dan, Trey, Matt, and Bree tailor the 1.5-mile hike to the group, provide snow gear when needed, and finish with hot mineral pools and Beau Jo’s pizza in Idaho Springs.

“Tyler was awesome. Great time. Loved the small group. Would highly recommend. Beautiful scenery, very knowledgeable and helpful guide. Exceeded expectations. Tyler went above and beyond.”

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Red Rocks Morning Hike - What the altitude and trail feel like
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Red Rocks Morning Hike

5.Red Rocks Morning Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Meet at Denver Union Station for a small-group morning outing to Red Rocks Amphitheatre. You’ll eat a local breakfast burrito, walk through the famous venue, then hike to Morrison Slide for foothill views before stopping for coffee in Golden. Guides such as Ty, Elsa, and Jed have led similar outings, but your guide will vary.

“My experience was incredibly remarkable. I have never seen a view like this before! Definitely worth going to and recommending.”

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Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park - What you may find on the hike
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Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

6.Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Join Ryan of Birding Man Wildlife Tours for a private, nine-hour birding and wildlife day in Rocky Mountain National Park. You’ll ride in a Jeep Wrangler, hike at a comfortable pace, enjoy lunch and snacks, and search for elk, moose, mountain birds, and other Colorado wildlife with a guide who can shape the day around your interests.

“This is an amazing tour! Ryan is a superb guide - knowledgeable, engaging and passionate about his field. He tailored the tour to our interests and showed us so many fabulous sights. Each tour will be different, and I am excited to discover what wonders await me the next time I visit Denver and take a tour with Ryan.”

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Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver - The drive past Dinosaur Ridge and Red Rocks
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Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver

7.Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $69

Meet at Origin Hotel Red Rocks at 5:30 pm, then ride 30 minutes into the Rocky Mountain foothills for a 1.5 to 2 hour sunset hike. Guides such as Brian, Adrienne, Robin, and Mike mix local plant and wildlife knowledge with humor and photo help. Door-to-door pickup is available, and winter spikes are supplied when needed.

“Brian was a wonderful guide with lots to talk about and knowledge to share. He was very thoughtful and very aware of his guests. Interaction with my son was awesome! Made the hike effortless. When we return to Denver, will absolutely seek him out for our next adventure!”

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Rocky Mountain National Park - Private Hiking Tour - The former mining community on the way uphill
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Rocky Mountain National Park – Private Hiking Tour

8.Rocky Mountain National Park – Private Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Denver, Boulder, or Estes Park into Rocky Mountain National Park in a private upscale vehicle, then spend your day on an easy to moderate guided hike of about four miles. Your guide supplies water, snacks, entrance fees, and snowshoes or microspikes when needed. Expect mountain views, wildlife chances, and lunch advice, with Jerry, also called Jtrain, among the guides praised for thoughtful planning.

“Using this service was completely worth it. With Jerry (aka Jtrain) guiding us it allowed us to completely relax and enjoy the experience versus trying to figure it out & stressing. Great hike completely exceeded expectations. Saw a moose, an elk, cool birds, and more. Definitely would use them again.”

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Guided Hiking Tour in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains - Views, plants, birds, and local stories
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Guided Hiking Tour in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains

9.Guided Hiking Tour in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $65

Meet guide Rach, Mickey, Andrew, Brea, or Lauren at Nurture near downtown Denver, then head into the Rocky Mountains for a roughly 5K guided hike. Expect mountain views, local nature stories, snacks, and a small group of up to seven. Transportation costs extra, and altitude makes this a moderate outing.

“I did the full day/ 8 hour hiking excursion, and it was amazing! Brea was our guide and was very knowledgeable, well-prepared, and paced the hike at a rate that all of us were able to complete it. Colorado hiking company is a local woman-owned business so that is another perk. I was in Denver for a work trip. I arrived on a Wednesday night from the Great Lakes and did the hike on Saturday. I did ok from an altitude standpoint but definitely could feel the altitude and would probably not want to do the hike without at least 48 hours in Denver. I live in a flat place…”

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Rocky Mountain National Park Hike - Entering the park and choosing the route
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Rocky Mountain National Park Hike

10.Rocky Mountain National Park Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · from $189

Join Aspire Tours for an eight-hour Rocky Mountain National Park hike from Denver or Boulder. You’ll travel with an English-speaking local guide, hike 4 to 5 miles at a moderate pace, stop for mountain views and photos, and enjoy a picnic lunch. Past guides including Phillip, Gabor, Mike, and Roy have tailored routes to weather and group ability.

“Amazing experience! We did the all day hiking tour in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Philip, our tour guide, was friendly, experienced, and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!”

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Guided Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains - A nature walk with local stories
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Guided Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

11.Guided Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $150

Meet Kara and Brent at Flying J Ranch Park for a private two-hour llama hike near Conifer. You will walk about three miles through pine forest and meadow, gain and lose 500 feet, learn about local plants and ranch lore, and spend time feeding, walking, and photographing llamas Elvis and Triby.

“We live in Colorado and this is one of the coolest things we have done here! Kara and her husband Brent are so lovely and we both enjoyed our time talking to them. They are very knowledgeable of course about llamas and we learned interesting things about llamas! Then there are the sweetest llama boys - Triby and Elvis. They are just the cutest and to be able to hang with a llama is pretty incredible. The scenery was beautiful and 100/10 would recommend this experience.”

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Guided Hike to Alpine Lakes - Silver Dollar Lake and the high-country views
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Guided Hike to Alpine Lakes

12.Guided Hike to Alpine Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $120

Join guide Jeremy for a six-hour alpine hike from Denver, with pickup at Union Station in a gray minivan. You’ll hike 4 to 6 miles at elevations of 9,000 to 12,000 feet, choosing among lakes such as Silver Dollar, Lost Lake, Lake Isabelle, or Crater Lakes according to snow and weather conditions. Snacks, hot drinks, and lunch may be provided.

“It was amazing! The guide is very nice. The views are incredible and he brought some snacks, hot chocolate and sandwiches for us, it was good!”

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From Denver: Guided Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park - Lakes, waterfalls, and open mountain views
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From Denver: Guided Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

13.Guided Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $155

Meet your guide at Denver Union Station for an eight-hour Rocky Mountain National Park outing. In a group of no more than nine, you’ll hike four to five miles on a moderate trail chosen for the day’s conditions. Expect mountain views, a lake or waterfall, wildlife-spotting, a picnic lunch, and guides such as Will, Frank, or Laurel.

“Wonderful. Frank was a knowledgeable and engaging guide who promised us we’d see wildlife - and delivered! A great day out.”

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Private Hiking and Camping in Colorado - 2 day trip - Crater Lakes and the first night outside
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Private Hiking and Camping in Colorado – 2 day trip

14.Private Hiking and Camping in Colorado – 2 day trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 days (approx.)

Join guide Jeremy for a private two-day Colorado outing from Denver. Hike to Crater Lakes, camp near the James Peak Wilderness, then explore historic Caribou Ranch Open Space. Jeremy provides transport, camp cooking, and weather gear when needed. The trip suits active visitors who want flexible hiking and a personal backcountry feel.

“Jeremy was an amazing host because he went above and beyond what the tour promised. He made sure we were never hungry and was ever-hospitable as we camped out in -10C at night in the Colorado wilderness. He also included stops on the way when he learned we hadn't seen Estes Park and supplied crampons and anything else the weather demanded for no extra cost. He is a deft cook and his knowledge of contexts the world over makes him a good conversationalist. I'd highly recommend, especially for transplants/ internationals unfamiliar with rural areas of the US and how things work there. Best value and a quality experience.”

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Denver: Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains - Learning to lead a calm mountain companion
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Denver: Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

15.Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2h 30m · from $150

Lead a friendly llama through pine woods and open meadows at Flying J Ranch Park with guides Kara and Brent. This private, 2 to 3 hour hike near Denver covers about 3 miles at 8,300 feet, with roughly 500 feet of elevation change. The llamas carry your gear, and most children age 8 and up can lead one.

“The llamas were so well behaved and adorable. The hike was amazing (not too hard). Kara and Brett were so nice - we had the best time!!! Highly recommend!!”

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