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Guided Hiking Tours near Fort Collins
5.0
10 Ratings
Fort Collins
Escape your comfort zone and explore the stunning wilderness of Northern Colorado with our private guided hiking tours. Customizable hikes for all experience levels. Book now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Fort Collins - Your trip starts out at Horsetooth Open Space, a beautiful 2,711 acre protected area located in western Fort Collins. Your guide will meet you at the designated location, for the trail of your choice, and give you a parking pass. During your hike, your guide will tell you about the history, geology, ecology, and fun facts within the surrounding area! Your guide will stop at the best locations for pictures! Along the way, you’ll be able to see beautiful views of Red Rock formations, Horsetooth Reservoir, The Great Plains, The Front Range Mountains, and Fort Collins! If you choose the lunch option, when your group finishes the hike, you will eat at the pavilions located at the trailhead. Please feel free to bring your own snacks and lunch! Hike Options are listed below:
Hike Option #1 (Beginner/Easy);
Great for any first time mountain hikers, elderly, or Kids!
-Swan Johnson Trail
-3.5 Mi. Out & Back, with 200ft. elevation gain.
Hike Option #2 (Moderate/Hard);
-Horsetooth Falls loop
-3.6 Mi. Loop, with 967ft. elevation gain.
Hike Option #3 (Advanced)
-Horsetooth Mountain Loop
-5.5 Mi. Loop, with 1,307ft. elevation Gain
What's Included
- Park Entry Fees
- Bottled water
- Ice Spikes (Winter hikes)
- Hiking/Trekking Poles available
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Please wear appropriate footwear and weather appropriate clothing!
Additional Information
Our unique hiking tour allows you the opportunity to escape your comfort zone while having the comfort of an experienced outdoorsman, and local, guiding you. Our hikes are completely customizable, and allow for the perfect hiking trails according to your experience. These hikes range from beginner, to advanced; so they’re perfect for families and adrenaline seekers alike. Northern Colorado has lesser visited wilderness areas, which gives our hikes a unique opportunity to see more nature, and less people! See wildflowers, the color change of the Aspen trees, snow capped mountains, wildlife, and more!
Our guide, Joe, is certified with Wilderness First Responder Training, First Aid Training, and a Decade of hiking, climbing and backpacking experience.
Location
Red Cliff Road
Your Guide will contact you with specific parking details before your hike!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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282douglasg
Sep 7, 2024
Beautiful hike! - Joe did a great job. He contacted us the day before letting us know what to expect. He reached out the morning of letting us know exactly where to meet him within the park. Then during our hike he gave us all sorts of information from history of the area to the type of pants and wildlife we might see. He was awesome.
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Georginao742
Aug 26, 2024
Excellent views, awesome hike, great company and knowledge - Joey is an amazing tour guide! Wealth of knowledge of the history and the area. Easy to chat to. Saw the beautiful country of Horsetooth Mountain and Poudre Canyon along with a picnic lunch. We were lucky enough to see a black bear and her cubs as well as the donkey deer. Very lucky!!!
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Jody_g
Jun 2, 2024
Joe gave us a great tour... - Joe gave us a great tour by being very informative on all aspects of the area, the hike, and answered all our questions. Would highly recommend Joe for these tours.
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Elliefr3860wh
May 9, 2024
Joe is awesome. - I had the pleasure of booking a private tour with Joe to explore Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins, and it was an experience worth cherishing. Joe’s expertise and professionalism added immense value to our journey.
What impressed me most was Joe’s professionalism and attention to detail. He ensured our safety and comfort throughout the three-hour trek, making sure we had everything we needed. His friendly demeanor and genuine enthusiasm for the tour made it a delightful experience for both me and my mom.
After the trail, Joe took us on a scenic drive around the area. His personalized approach and willingness to go the extra mile truly set him apart as an exceptional tour guide.
I highly recommend Joe for anyone looking to relax but also be able to explore the beauty of Fort Collins. Thank you, Joe!
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Frankef2416rc
Mar 14, 2024
Exploring the CO mountains - It was great going with Joe! We started off in the morning with some mild weather and drove into the foothills and canyon. The weather wasn't so good in some spots so I asked if he could figure an alternate plan, and he was very flexible. Seeing all the spots on the river, the Rockies for the first time, and talking to him was a fun time. It was like I was on a trip with a friend and I could just learn so much about the natural history of the area. A friendly and respectful guide who knows the area like the back of his hand and the beautiful canyon made this a great trip for me!
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Wander22473765648
Feb 17, 2024
Great guide, awesome scenery! - Awesome scenery and Joe was a great guide! Knowledgeable, informative, and patient and he made sure we had the best experience possible. Great end to our trip!
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Sherpa45238963065
Jan 7, 2024
Winter hike and drive around the area - Joe had so much great knowledge about the area, history, geology, and local flora/fauna. Fantastic trip felt very welcome and was catered to group level and experience. Took us around the area and went to some local places. Well versed in the regions background on what was worth stopping at. Friendly with local businesses and was willing to adjust around our timeline. Planning on coming back for another trip!
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O2090thdanield
Nov 19, 2023
Fun Hike With Nature Knowledge - Joe picked me up and then we picked up another solo traveler, it was a great ride up the poudre canyon. The trail was very fun a steep ascent on the way up but Joe had a lot of fun stops, talking about the canyon ecology, fire recovery, and wildlife in the area. We stopped at the top for a quick lunch and to take in the scenery. We stopped at a local landmark on the way back for a quick bite before he dropped us back off in town. I really enjoyed the trip and especially enjoyed being there with another solo traveler.
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H9756ugdanield
Nov 17, 2023
Eco-hike Excellence - Joe was great, he picked me up right on time and he had rescheduled our trip because of an freeze warning, so he has an eye on local conditions. He also had a lot of interesting information to share about geology, ecology, and the wildfire in the area a couple years back. I would highly recommend this guided hike.
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