Guided Hikes in Colorado

Wildflower Hikes – Boreas Pass

Difficulty:  Easy (Level 1-3)

Duration: Half Day

Boreas Pass is our most accessible hike in the Breckenridge area.  For folks looking for a great view of the Blue River Valley and the Ten-Mile Range, this hike can be modified to any length of walk and is a great hike for photography.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

*Note: All prices are for semi-private adventures.  On a semi-private tour, Colorado Adventure Guides may fill the group to meet maximum guest to guide ratio.  Call for Private tour pricing.

Wildflower Hikes – Mayflower-Gulch

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: Half Day

Explore the impressive west side of the Ten-Mile Range and the Boston Ghost Camp (early 1900’s) on a gentle hike in the shadow of the towering, craggy, Pacific Peak.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

*Note: All prices are for semi-private adventures.  On a semi-private tour, Colorado Adventure Guides may fill the group to meet maximum guest to guide ratio.  Call for Private tour pricing.

Wildflower Hikes – Spruce-Creek

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: Half Day

This popular hiking trail follows Spruce Creek to a small mountain pond and is accessible to hikers of all ages and ability levels.  The hike can be extended and/or looped to fit the desires of the group.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

*Note: All prices are for semi-private adventures.  On a semi-private tour, Colorado Adventure Guides may fill the group to meet maximum guest to guide ratio.  Call for Private tour pricing.

Wildflower Hikes – Upper Straight Creek

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: Half Day

Also known as “Flower Valley”, this hike begins at 12,400 feet and climbs about 1,200 feet to the Continental Divide.  The lush valley provides relatively easy access to the alpine tundra which is overflowing with wildflowers during the main summer months.  While the full hike to the Divide is 4 miles roundtrip, the hike can be modified to suit all types of hikers and wildflower enthusiasts.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

*Note: All prices are for semi-private adventures.  On a semi-private tour, Colorado Adventure Guides may fill the group to meet maximum guest to guide ratio.  Call for Private tour pricing.

Alpine Lake Hikes – Chihuahua Lake

Difficulty:   Moderate (Level 2/3)

Duration: Half Day

Distance: 6.5 mile round trip

Chihuahua Lake is one of the best day hike options for those visiting the Dillon, Keystone area. This moderate alpine lake hike climbs rapidly out of the Peru Creek valley, and quickly gains a high basin covered in beaver ponds. Chihuahua Lake is situated at 12,200 feet at the base of Grizzly Peak and in the shadow of Grays and Torreys Peaks. The 6.5 mile round trip, 1,740 foot hike is great for those have already visited the more popular alpine lakes, or who desire an experience away from the summer crowds.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

*All rates are for private guided tours

Alpine Lake Hikes – Mohawk Lake

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: Half Day

Distance: 6 Miles

This 6 mile round-trip hike will take you to one of the most popular alpine lakes in the area. The moderate hike gains 1,700 feet of elevation, passing by old mining structures, waterfalls, and is great for mid-summer wildflower viewing. 6.5 miles r/t. 1,700 feet.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

Alpine Lake Hikes – Crystal Lake

Distance: Lower Lake – 4 mile r/t | Upper Lake – 8 mile r/t

Rating: Easy

Beginning on an 1880’s wagon road, this hike climbs abruptly to treeline through a spruce forest, passing by Francie’s cabin (Summit Huts), and into a vast alpine meadow.  The Lower Crystal lake is situated at the head of the valley, surrounded by towering, craggy peaks.  Reaching the upper lake adds a higher level of difficulty as the narrow trail cuts into the south slope of Peak 10, traversing to reach an upper basin at 12,900 feet, where the upper lake is situated.  Lower Lake – 4 mile r/t  1,000 feet.   Upper Lake – 8 mile r/t  2,500 feet.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

Alpine Lake Hikes – Rainbow Lakes

Distance: 2 Mile r/t

Duration: Half Day

Rating: Easy

A short, enjoyable, 2 mile roundtrip, jaunt from the town of Frisco to Rainbow Lake.  Great for kids, families, and for viewing Fall foliage.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

Wildflower Hikes – Boreas Pass

Difficulty:  Easy – Difficult (Level 2 to Level 4)

Duration: Half Day (4-5 hours) / Full Day (6-8 hours)

Each year, only about 150 people complete the nearly 500 mile trek between Durango and Denver on the Colorado Trail.  The CT provides a moderate challenge with spectacular views.  You can experience a portion of this iconic hike from your base camp in Summit County and encounter “through-hikers” in their natural environment.   Half and Full Day options available for all abilities.

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

Iconic Hikes – Wheeler Trail

Difficulty: More Difficult – Level 4

Duration: Full day – 6-7 hours

The Wheeler Trail begins in the Town of Blue River to the south of Breckenridge and traverses the Ten Mile Range at Wheeler Pass (12,408ft) between Peak 8 and 9 and descending to Copper Junction.  This 9 mile trail can be done as an out-and-back, a shuttled point-to-point, or a multi-trail link-up.  The trail passes through spruce forests and climbs into the alpine tundra for wildflower viewing and amazing views of Breckenridge, the Gore Range, the Front Range, Copper Mountain, and beyond.  It can also be linked with other area trails to connect mountain lakes with mountain passes depending on your fitness level and desires.  Choose your own adventure!

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

Difficulty:  All abilities – Level 1-3

Duration: Half Day (4-5 hours) / Full Day (6-8 hours)

The Peaks Trail connects Breckenridge and Frisco over about 8 miles of meandering singletrack.  The Peaks Trail tracks north-south climbing from Frisco to Breckenridge at the foot of the Ten Mile Range beneath the towering crags of Peaks 1 through 4 and the more gentle summits of Peaks 5 through 7.  The hike provides stunning views to the east, passes trickling mountain streams, and a peaceful mountain lake. It can be done as a 15.5 mile out-and-back, shuttled point-to-point, or as part of a multi-trail link-up, depending on your desires and fitness level.  Options available for all abilities and can be modified for a family outing with children (call for information).

Rates:

• 1 person – $265 HD | $425 FD
• 2 people – $160 HD | $225 FD
• 3 people – $135 HD | $175 FD
• 4-6 people – $110 HD | $140 FD
• More than 6 – Call for Rates

Unless otherwise noted there is no experience necessary. From novice to advanced, we have hikes for kids, families, and climbers of all experience levels.

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