Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal)
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4.9/5
Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) worth booking?
Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) is a 4-hour experience in Rocky Mountain National Park, United States, from $175 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (14)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $175 per person
Join an experienced guide on a private custom winter adventure. We provide snowshoes and poles included in your tour price. We will keep an eye on weather and bring you to the safest spots with the best fresh powder for
What you get
About this experience
Join an experienced guide on a private custom winter adventure. We provide snowshoes and poles included in your tour price. We will keep an eye on weather and bring you to the safest spots with the best fresh powder for snowshoeing. Our guides are knowledgeable on how to best avoid avalanche conditions and provide a safe family friendly adventure. We always check Colorado avalanche conditions for each area before bringing you out. Want a winter adventure your family will never forget? Look no further. All tours include a timed entry reservation when required, gear rentals, and 5 professional photos available for digital download. (Ask about our add-on package for more photos!) We will text you to build your custom itinerary after we receive your booking request.
What's included
Included
- CPR & Avalanche Awareness Certified Guide
- Timed Entry Reservations (when required)
- Professional Photos (digital download)
- Gear Rentals
Not included
- Gratuities
- RMNP Day Pass ($30)
- Transportation
What you'll see and do
Estes Park Visitor Center
You will meet your guide at the VC in Estes Park then follow them to the trailhead in your own vehicle.
10 minutes here
Rocky Mountain National Park
After meeting at the Estes Park Visitor Center, we will park at the Wild Basin winter trailhead lot to begin our snowshoe tour. Transportation is not included.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rocky Mountain National Park
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
4 hour Snowshoe Tour
Duration: 4 hours
6 hour Snowshoe & Sledding
Duration: 6 hours: 4 hour Snowshoe tour + sledding at Hidden Valley (sleds included!)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Full Potential Wilderness
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
4 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our guide Melissa was the...
Our guide Melissa was the best! Originally signed up for snow shoeing but there wasn’t much snow so we did a beautiful hike around bear, nymph, dream and emerald lakes. We had a blast taking photos, dancing at the top and a little glissading down. She made sure we were safe and had enough snacks and water. Highly recommend this tour and guide Melissa.
via Viator
Very educational and so much fun, even when the conditions were less than optimal!
Our snowshoeing tour was changed to a hiking tour due to inadequate snowpack for snowshoeing (which was totally fine! We didn’t really care if we were snowshoeing or hiking!) This change was no fault of the company; Mother Nature simply did not cooperate this season, and that’s ok! Despite less than ideal snow conditions, my husband and I had a challenging, but wonderful, hike with Calla! Calla taught us so much along the way as we navigated the tough trail conditions, and we shared so many laughs! We learned about survival skills, avalanche safety, how to safely hike in the given snow conditions, and all kinds of fun facts and history about RMNP. Calla has such an awesome attitude and spirit, you can’t help but have fun with her! Booking with Full Potential Wilderness was simple and straightforward. Communication was prompt when I first reached out for some advice on what tour to book. We enjoyed the memories made with Full Potential Wilderness and highly recommend booking a tour!
via Tripadvisor
Everything I wanted and more
Heather was everything that I could ask for and so much more as a tour guide. She was not only knowledgeable when it came to where all of the best views were and the wildlife, but she has such a great appreciation for it that makes her show it in the best way possible. She took many great pictures of me in front of these areas to help preserve the memories of being there. Then when we finished the tour ahead of schedule, she was sure to take me to two additional lakes because she knew what I was there for and what I wanted to see. It was approximately 27 degrees, windy, and snowing. Most people would have wanted to go home if they finished the tour early but she not only withstood it but she showed me the beauty of the snow blowing against the frozen lake. She equipped herself with three state of the art cameras to get the best pictures possible. I would recommend anybody, at any time of the year, take her tour as I would like to again!
via Viator
Great Tour Guide!
We had an awesome tour with Rod who is extremely knowledgeable, courteous and all around great guide. We were able to see all the key spots throughout the park and having him guide us saved us so much time and effort. We did other tours on our own but definitely recommend a guide on this one to able to see it all in one day. We were able to avoid the most crowded areas to take advantage of the scenery. He took some wonderful photos to be able to capture the whole family in our outing.
via Tripadvisor
Rocky Mountains Tour
We had not tried a drive-along tour before so were not sure how this would go but it was very good. Rod our guide was excellent with a deep knowledge of the geology and history of Rocky Mountains, even having samples of rock to explain the geology and how the mountains were formed. In particular Rod had a clear love of the area and was enthusiastic about everything he was showing us. We managed to get close to elk and mule deer and saw a large part of the park in the 6 hours, which meant that when we returned alone we were better equipped to explore other areas of the park that we did not reach in the tour. Overall a very good tour which I would highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $175 to $299
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rocky Mountain National Park.
How much does Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) cost?
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Prices start at $175 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rocky Mountain National Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rocky Mountain National Park is not rushed.
Is Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rocky Mountain National Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal)?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rocky Mountain National Park can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rocky Mountain National Park and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Snowshoe Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park (seasonal) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rocky Mountain National Park within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park?
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On Outty we rank every Rocky Mountain National Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Wildlife Driving Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park, Private Wildlife Hiking Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park, Private Geology Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rocky Mountain National Park?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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