Spend a full day with a private guide exploring Summit County’s lakes, aspens, and high ridgelines. Choose a scenic walk or a strenuous summit push—routes are customized to your group’s goals and fitness.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step out where the air tastes like cold river and sun—an aspen stand shivers above your head while a distant ridge pins the horizon. Guides meet you in Summit County and, after a quick gear check, lead the group onto trails that climb through forests, across meadows, and past alpine lakes that take the light like mirrors.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to hike up to 8–12 miles with sustained climbs of 1,500–3,000 ft; customizable for easier groups.
Wildlife
History
Summit County’s trails cross old mining routes from the 19th century; remnants of camps and mine tails punctuate higher meadows where prospectors once worked.
Conservation
Trails are high-elevation ecosystems sensitive to erosion and trampling—stick to established paths, pack out waste, and respect seasonal closures to protect fragile tundra.
Reserve your spot on the Full-Day Private Guided Scenic Colorado Mountain Hike today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Acclimate to the altitude
Spend a night in town or take the first hour easy on trail; the assault on your breathing is real above 9,000 ft.
Carry 2–3 liters of water
Dry mountain air and steady climbing make hydration critical—use an insulated reservoir or bottles.
Footwear matters
Sturdy, broken-in hiking boots with ankle support handle rocky, sometimes snowy terrain better than trail runners.
Plan for sudden weather
Afternoon thunderstorms form fast in summer; aim for an early start and bring a waterproof wind shell.
Hiking boots
Support and traction on rocky, uneven trails and in late snow patches.
Insulated water reservoir or bottles
Keeps you hydrated for a full-day effort at altitude.
Layered clothing + light waterproof shell
Rapid weather shifts demand breathable layers and a wind/rain barrier.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
High-elevation UV is intense even on cool days.
summer