Emerald Lake Private Snowshoe Tour
Day Hike Tours
1 Day 3.5MI / 5.6KM
Trip Highlights
Emerald Lake is the perfect half day winter snowshoe destination for couples, groups, and families looking to make the most of their time in Rocky Mountain National Park. This hike includes snowshoes, transportation, entrance fees, and an outstanding guide dedicated to creating an unforgettable hiking experience.
Our trail gradually gains elevation as we head into the winter subalpine forest. We catch a break as we pass by the stunning frozen Nymph and Dream Lakes, depending on the time of season we can hike across them. At Emerald Lake we will break to gaze upon the massive cliff face of Hallett Peak and the Continental Divide. After a warm drink and snack, we will head back a different way than which we came. Allowing us the opportunity to hike in deep snow, where we can experience the beauty of the winter wonderland away from the beaten path!
We will meet at your hotel in Estes Park or at the Estes Park Mountain Shop if you are traveling into town that morning. After introductions, your guide will drive you to Bear Lake Trailhead (9,475 ft.) in Rocky Mountain National Park.
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Half Day Tour
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Breathtaking Mountain Scenery
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Great Family Hiking Option
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Hike at Your Pace
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Hot Drinks and Snacks
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Appropriate for All Ages
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Top-of-the-line Gear
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Trip Details
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Trip Type
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Trip Length
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Daily Hiking Distance
3.5 mi -
Group Size
1-12 Guests
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Is This Trip Right For me?
This tour is a great introduction to snowshoeing. The snow level will vary throughout the year. Early and late winter season can be combination of hiking on dirt, hard packed snow, and freshly fallen snow. Proper winter boots, jacket, pants, hat, and gloves are essential for a safe and enjoyable hike.
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Trip Dates
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Rates
- 1 person: $280
- 2 people: $155 per person
- 3 people: $145 per person
- 4+ people: $125 per person
- 10 and younger: $105 per person
Private tours are only open to your party.
*Prices do not include guide gratuity
What's Included
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Transportation in company vehicle to the trailhead from your hotel in Estes Park or the Estes Park Mountain Shop if you are traveling into town that morning.
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Trained hiking guide(s) with years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. See Guide Bios.
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National Park entrance fee
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Trekking poles
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snowshoes or micro spike crampons
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backpacks
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trail snacks
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lunch on the full-day tour
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warm drinks and snacks
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Emergency equipment including a company-issued first-aid kit and emergency communication device
What's Not Included
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Winter hiking boots -
2 liters of water per person
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Warm clothing
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lunch on half-day tour
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Guide gratuity
Trip Logistics & FAQs
When & Where Do We Meet?
Your Guide will pick you up at your hotel in Estes Park at 8:00 AM. If you are travelling into town the morning of the tour, you will meet your Guide at Estes Park Mountain Shop at 2050 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517. Your guide will contact you preceding your hike to confirm your meeting time and answer any questions. We highly recommend starting by 8:00 AM, and earlier on weekends.
What Should I Bring?
- Multiple bottom and top layers so you can bundle up when you’re cold and shed them off if you’re warm.
- 2 liters of water
- Sunscreen and sunglasses (we recommend polarized)
- Warm hat and gloves
- Camera
- Two pairs of wool socks
- Rain/snow jacket and pants for blocking precipitation and wind
- Waterproof winter boots
Where Can I Purchase These Items?
Either before you travel or last minute, you can obtain all of these items (some are available for rent, all are available for purchase) at the Estes Park Mountain Shop.
What Should I Wear?
The weather and amount of snow in Rocky Mountain National Park is unpredictable and will very throughout the year, so be prepared for snow, sun, cold temperatures, wind and possibly (but unlikely) rain. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose fitting non-cotton layers. You’ll also need waterproof boots and wool socks. Winter snow pants, jacket, boots and gloves are strongly advised December – March. Your guide will give the best advice for current conditions when contacting you one week out.
Food and Water
We provide snacks on the half-day tour and lunch and snacks on the full-day tour. Please bring 2 liters of water.
What If There Isn't Enough Snow to Snowshoe?
Some winters can be dry, without enough snow to merit snowshoes. In this case we will equip guests with microspike crampons and head out on an awesome winter hike!
What If It Rains Or There Is Bad Weather?
It’s unlikely we’ll have rain in the winter but it is possible. Regardless, if the weather is very stormy we may cancel the trip with a full refund. If you’re interested we will do everything in our power to reschedule. Also, please know our guides have years of experience and can discern between a casual snowfall and unsafe hiking conditions, and will err on the side of safety.
Cancellations
If you cancel a trip for any reason up to 24 hours before your trip, you are entitled to a full refund minus a $25 per person administrative fee. If you cancel within 24 hours, there is no refund.
Age Restrictions
Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:
- 5 and older to join this trip
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Deborah B
7 months agoMajestic Moments
My sister and I went on an all day hike in the Rocky Mountains towards the end of April. Wildland Trekking gave us detailed instructions on what we needed to be prepared for a safe hike, along with providing key hiking gear and making sure that guide had the needed communication equipment/1st aid kit to get us help if needed. The office staff were so helpful and kind (you actually can call and talk to a person that knows something:-)). Our guide James Saunders was outstanding!! He was so kind, patient and very knowledgeable - answering all our questions. My sister and I have different fitness levels and he made sure she had the challenges and extra adventure she wanted while making sure I was able to keep up, have my own adventure, and stay safe. We will never forget this trip! As James would say, we experienced so many 'majestic moments' all in one day! Thank you so much James and Wildland Trekking!
Geoffrey W
7 months agoIt Was Amazing
James was awesome. He brought a snack that we will keep buying cause it was amazing. He was accommodating and gave us a great adventure. I feel like this is very general, but it would take too long to over every specific thing that I loved from our experience, so I will name one. He gave us options with snowshoeing and we selected one that took us off the beaten path to a "slide" in the snow. It was amazing and something my wife and I will remember forever. I really can't say anything other than he was amazing and we would request him again.
Felipe G
7 months agoExcellent
Excellent tour guide. Made everything on his hand for taking care of all of us
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