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15 Denver Hiking Tours to Build a Day Around

22 tours  ·  from $65 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 denver hiking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get your boots by the door.

Guided Hiking Tour in Colorado Rocky Mountains View of Mt BlueSky - What you learn along the way
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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 Lauren, Andrew, Mickey, or Rachel at Nest at Nurture in Denver for a four-hour guided hike near Morrison and the Rocky Mountains. Transport, snacks, trail coaching, nature facts, photos, and winter gear are included. Expect a moderate route with views of Mt Blue Sky, Mt Bierstadt, Evergreen, and Kittredge.

“Lauren was a great guide. She was knowledgeable about the area, friendly, and very encouraging. It was a beautiful day & the hike was lovely.”

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Hiking in the Rockies - Group hike tour near Denver - What the stops really mean
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Hiking in the Rockies – Group hike tour near Denver

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $65Best value

Meet at Huckleberry Roasters in Denver, then carpool with your guide and a small group to a Rocky Mountain trail within an hour. Hike for 2 to 4 hours at elevations from 6,000 to 12,000 feet, with route choices, nature talk, snacks, photo stops, and winter traction gear when needed.

“My first time to Denver and this was a must for me. Brian was great to hike with! Conversationalist, easy going, and just all around cool person. Felt like I made a new friend. Definitely recommend”

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Glacier Hiking & Geothermal Cave Pools Tour - Soaking Inside Indian Hot Springs’ Rock Caves
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Glacier Hiking & Geothermal Cave Pools Tour

3.Glacier Hiking & Geothermal Cave Pools Tour

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

Start in Denver with a guided 1.5-mile hike to St. Mary’s Glacier, using crampons, sleds, or goggles when needed. Then soak in gender-specific mineral-water caves at Indian Hot Springs before pizza and free time in Idaho Springs. Guides such as Tyler, Trey, Matt, and Ariel are known for patient, flexible care.

“Dan was an amazing tour guide. We had a blast and highly recommend this tour to anyone. Dan was very knowledgeable and attentive to all of our requests. I would give him 10 stars if I could.”

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Red Rocks Morning Hike - The Red Rocks Trail to Morrison Slide
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Red Rocks Morning Hike

4.Red Rocks Morning Hike

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

Start at Denver Union Station with a local breakfast burrito, then explore Red Rocks Amphitheatre and hike the Red Rocks Trail to Morrison Slide. Guides such as Ty, Elsa, Jed, and Zach are known for thoughtful pacing and Colorado insight. Finish with free time at a Golden coffee shop.

“The trip was very fun the only thing that was a little confusing was where to meet and how to look for the drivers but they did end up calling me asking me which pick up location I was at. it was a really great experience it was fun it was a great hike and great beer”

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Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park - Why the private format matters
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Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

5.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 from Arvada in a Jeep Wrangler, hike at a moderate level, enjoy snacks and a picnic lunch, and search for mountain birds, elk, moose, and more.

“If I could give Ryan more than five stars I would! He went above and beyond what I have experienced with other tours. He is a pleasure to be around, professional and extremely knowledgeable about everything in Rocky Mountain National Park. The best thing about this small group tour was the personalized touches that Ryan provided throughout the day. I highly recommend this tour!”

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Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver - Going Higher Into the Rocky Mountain Foothills
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Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver

6.Sunset Hiking Tour in the Rocky Mountains near Denver

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

Join guides such as Brian, Adrienne, Robin, or Mike for a 1.5 to 2-hour sunset hike in the foothills west of Denver. You’ll carpool from Origin Hotel Red Rocks, learn about plants and wildlife, stop for photos, and use included Yak Traks when winter trails are icy.

“The hike was great with beautiful views. Also, Brian was hilarious and is a great photographer! I would highly recommend doing this!”

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Rocky Mountain National Park - Private Hiking Tour - Passing through the old mining town
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Rocky Mountain National Park – Private Hiking Tour

7.Rocky Mountain National Park – Private Hiking Tour

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

Spend a private day hiking Rocky Mountain National Park with an expert guide, pickup from Denver, Boulder, or Estes Park, and transportation in an upscale 14-passenger vehicle. Expect a moderate hike, wildlife chances, water, snacks, and snowshoes or microspikes when needed.

“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 - A trail with views, plants, birds, and local stories
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Guided Hiking Tour in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains

8.Guided Hiking Tour in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains

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

Meet at Nurture near downtown Denver, then ride to the Rocky Mountains for a guided 5K hike with views, nature facts, snacks, and photo stops. Guides such as Mickey, Rach, Brea, and Lauren have led outings, with pacing adjusted for the group. Transportation costs extra.

“Knowledgeable and very pleasant guide who understands the limitations of her patrons. She was accomodating and took time to point out interesting plants, birds, and vistas. The walk was @ 3km with 1000 feet of climbing which was just right for me and my wife.”

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Rocky Mountain National Park Hike - Reaching the park without renting a car
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Rocky Mountain National Park Hike

9.Rocky Mountain National Park Hike

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

Spend eight hours exploring Rocky Mountain National Park on an easy to moderate 4 to 5-mile hike from Denver or Boulder. Your English-speaking guide sets the pace, shares local insight, adapts to weather, and stops for photos, wildlife, views, and a packed lunch.

“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 - Three miles through pine forest and open meadows
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Guided Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

10.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, three-mile hike with llamas Triby and Elvis. You will walk through pine forest and meadows, climb about 500 feet, learn about local plants and ranch history, and finish with llama photos and hugs.

“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 - Choosing between Silver Dollar Lake and other routes
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Guided Hike to Alpine Lakes

11.Guided Hike to Alpine Lakes

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

Join Jeremy of Amazing Adventures for a six-hour guided hike from Denver to a Colorado alpine lake. You’ll travel in a grey minivan, hike 4 to 6 miles at 9,000 to 12,000 feet, and switch trails when snow, weather, or avalanche danger calls for it.

“My first trip to Denver and this hike didn’t disappoint.  The scenery was fantastic, and the hike was just difficult enough.  Our group of 4 had the best time.  Jeremy was awesome.  He had everything covered from pick up to drop off.  He was extremely knowledgeable about the local area and terrain.  Can’t recommend enough.  Will definitely reach out again the next time I am in Denver.”

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

12.Guided Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

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

Join a guide such as Will, Laurel, or Frank for an eight-hour Rocky Mountain National Park outing from Denver. You will hike about 4 to 5 miles on a moderate trail, with a lake, waterfall, or mountain views as the goal. Park entry, transport, lunch, and a small group of up to nine are included.

“The guide cut the hike short due to the weather (which was false alarm), however, no partial refund has been offered. Disappointing”

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Private Hiking and Camping in Colorado - 2 day trip - Camp dinner, tents, and the practical side of the night
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Private Hiking and Camping in Colorado – 2 day trip

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

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

Join Jeremy from Amazing Adventures for a private two-day Colorado outing from Denver. Hike to Crater Lakes, camp overnight with dinner and a fire when conditions allow, then explore historic Caribou Ranch Open Space. Pickup is offered, and the trip suits moderately fit hikers.

“I ended up being the only guest on this trip with Jeremy. Jeremy planned two slightly hard hikes for me and it was absolutely amazing! Camping was comfortable at a campsite where Jeremy started a fire and cooked delicious dinner. Food was definitely a highlight - Jeremy cooked burger, salmon and veggies for dinner, burritos for breakfast, and dumplings for lunch the next day - all delicious and special for meals in the wild. everything was prepared for me, no hassle at all. Also a fun person to talk to. I was a solo female traveller and I felt very safe in this tour. And i feel like even with…”

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Denver: Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains - Pine forest, open meadows, and a steady mountain pace
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Denver: Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

14.Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

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

Join Kara and Brent for a private 2.5-hour llama hike at Flying J Ranch Park near Conifer. You will lead Elvis or Tribby along about 3 miles of foothill trail, learn about llamas, wildflowers, trees, and local lore, and receive photos afterward.

“This was one of the most fun things we have done on vacation. The tour guides, Kara and Brent, were friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel comfortable with Elvis and Tribby. We learned a lot about the area, the different plants and trees, while enjoying the beautiful views up in the mountains. The hike is perfect for beginners or people who are not regulars to hiking. If you are looking for something different to do, I would highly recommend this hike.”

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Hiking Adventure Through Colorado's Front Range Close to Denver - Choosing between beginner, intermediate, and advanced
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Hiking Adventure Through Colorado’s Front Range Close to Denver

15.Hiking Adventure Through Colorado’s Front Range Close to Denver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $107

Meet your guide in Conifer for a private Front Range hike suited to your level, from beginner to advanced. Expect single-track trails, pine woods, rock formations, wide views, and explanations of local geology, plants, and wildlife. Gary is one guide named in the feedback.

“tour guide was very helpful and considerate - lovely walk through the forest on a lovely day”

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