My wife, sister in law and myself went to the Hidee Gold Mine tour. Our tour guide Jim was…read morefantastic, very knowledgeable and explained everything. It was only the three of us on the tour, so he probably took more time than he should of, but I would highly recommend this tour

We had a really nice time getting to know everyone at the Hidee Gold Mine. Dave and his team were…read moreabsolutely great with us and the kids! The chipmunks who greeted us before and after entering the mine also did not disappoint! Thank you team at Hidee for a really wonderful afternoon learning about history and getting a fun piece of rock to remember our time together...

Outstanding tour. we learned a lot and it was a fun experience. Thank you for your knowledge and…read moreanswering well all our questions.

Great educational experience. Recommend if driving from Colorado Springs, take the scenic route…read morethrough woodland park using SH-67.

Definable a must do when in the Denver area I enjoyed it…read more Great views It makes a stop half way through the ride

Amazing Christmas train!…read more We decided to buy tickets for the last ride of the night (8pm) for Santa's Enchanted Forest. We also wanted to ride Parlor class this time as we've ridden coach before. Parlor had tables and snacks and drink service! Santa was so much fun too. We declined having any pictures taken, I heard the lady say it was $25 for one print. Which is fine but I also didn't think I looked cute enough as I was bundled to the cheeks. It was below freezing! After the ride we visited Mrs Clause and got the kid's jingle bells and hot chocolate.

I can't say enough good things about our experience with Liquid Descent. My daughter and I signed…read moreup for the beginner rafting trip... and while she was excited... I was terrified. I was so nervous walking in, but from the moment we arrived, every single staff member made us feel welcomed, safe, and supported. Our guide, Koa, was the perfect balance of fun, kind, and incredibly skilled. He guided us through the rapids with such confidence and ease while also making sure everyone felt safe and included. He checked in on us several times throughout and made sure we were having fun, asked us if we wanted to "spice it up" a bit or keep it mellow and just really let us know this was "our" trip and he's cater to what we wanted. I quickly found myself letting go of fear and enjoying the moment... something I didn't expect would happen. Koa's energy was contagious, and his calm, respectful nature made us feel like we were in the best hands possible. At one point on the river, another rafting company had a mishap and we had to pull over and wait for them to recover and get their riders back into the raft safely. Koa explained what had happened with total grace - no judgment, no gossip - just a calm and respectful explanation. He also spoke so kindly of his own coworkers and even the owner of Liquid Descent. You could tell he genuinely cares about the rafting community and takes pride in his work and LOVES his Liquid Descent family! Every employee we encountered was friendly, encouraging, and helpful - from getting us fitted with helmets and life jackets to cheering us on as we headed out. As someone who started out nervous, that kind of supportive vibe made a huge difference. They encouraged me, and they helped me push past my comfort zone in the best way possible. What a GREAT memory! We will remember this day not only for the thrill of the rapids, but for the kindness and heart of the people who guided us through it! If you are considering rafting in Colorado, go with Liquid Descent. I'm so glad we did!

First time rafters, and LD and their amazing crew delivered! Class III/IV rapids out of the Idaho…read moreSprings area - highly recommended! Ask for Ben, our guide. He was awesome!!! Hack - go on one of the early rafts, like the 8:30 or 9:00, easier parking and often the weather is nicer!

We had the BEST experience with Joel our tour guide for the day…read more From the time Joel picked us up at our hotel to the conclusion of our 12 hour trip he made it the most memorable day. He took our family pictures throughout the day to help save the memories. He drove us to our 3 hour train ride, captured pictures of us on the train, and then took us to the hot springs. The train ride is beautiful and relaxing. He then drive us to Vail for the evening to enjoy dinner and shopping before taking us back to our hotel. He made a special gift for everyone in our group and was delightful to visit with. You can tell how much he loves what he does and wants to make sure that you have a special trip.

Joel was awesome and told us amazing stories! He came and picked my family up and drove us to the…read moretrain we went on an amazing ride and he took lots of pictures for us. After the train ride he gave us a tour of Georgetown and also took us up to the highest point of the highest mountain. The views are amazing and the end of the trip he gifted us with pennies to wish on and I guarantee you we'll be reporting back when our wishes comes true. I'd 100/10 recommend this experience. I'd recommend also booking in the afternoon we were able to ride and see during the day and also all through sunset into the evening which was very very pretty.

If you have just a short amount of time in the Rocky Mountain National Park, then an organized tour…read moreis the way to go. After researching tour companies through Yelp and other review websites I settled on Rocky Mountain Rush because of their great reviews on Trip Advisor. Though we had to contend with a rainy day, RMR did a great job of showing us some of the highlights of the park. The park itself is absolutely breathtaking (separate review) and a need-to-see experience. The RMR vehicle (pretty much a really big Hummer) is spacious and very comfortable. Since it has the capacity to become an open air vehicle, it can get a little chilly inside. Comfy fleece blankets are provided. Our guide was fantastic - he seemed to know a lot about the park's history and was truly funny. Just a couple of things... not easy to make a reservation online. I sent three requests and eventually just had to call. It is virtually impossible for me to use a phone on my work days so I would have found online more convenient. A longer tour, even by just an hour or so would be great. The park is huge so don't get me wrong... I get why you can't see everything in a few hours. Besides the basic hummer tour, they also do downhill biking adventures and wine and cheese sunset tours. Their prices are on the moderate side ($50 pp). Overall, a good service!

Great tour company, excellent guides, and a fun experience for all. It doesn't hurt that they give…read moretourists who are of age a little splash of schnapps in their hot cocoa to sweeten the pot, and snacks along the way are welcome (Oreos, peanut butter crackers, etc.). Tours are relatively reasonably priced (though not cheap) for the entertainment and educational bits and bobs about the places you're taken to, but for the winter tours where your exposure to several areas of the park is limited, I do think they could knock off a few bucks. We had a bit of a mishap during my tour, where my phone was dropped and my battery tumbled off a bridge and down the side of the mountain. Our guide saved the day by literally sliding down the mountain to retrieve my battered - but still functional! - phone innards. Nevermind the details about how that happened (though I wonder if it'll make it into our guide's stories from here on out), but not having that battery would have really put a kink in the remainder of FH and I's trip to Colorado, so I was thankful, if a bit nervous, that he rescued it. We would love to come back in the summertime and take one of the off-road tours, and will definitely look up this company again if we find ourselves in Estes in warmer months.

Top rate flight instruction! Reggie is a seasoned mountain flyer and pilots at any level will learn…read morealot with just one flight. I highly recommend Scenic Mountain Flights to anyone with an interest in flying whether just getting started or already a pilot!

From the owner: In addition to scenic introductory flights, we provide quality tailwheel and mountain-flying…read moreInstruction in a high mountain environment. Come experience the flying adventure of a lifetime with an experienced flight instructor!

Great way to spend time with friends and trying something new! We came here on a Friday for a 2…read morehour tour at 1:30pm. There were 4 in our group and we were paired with a couple other parties for a total of 7 or 8. Our instructor was super friendly and helpful, made sure we were safe and showed us all the best spots/views. It was cold at the top, so be sure to bundle up! 2 hour was the perfect duration for us as we started to feel the cold and tire out/get hungry. It's definitely pricy but if you split the tide with someone, it's totally worth the experience! @azfitfoodfun

We have rented with Grand Adventures winter (snowmobiles) & summer (ATVs). Always great service and…read morehelpful staff. Highly recommend.

We went during peak fall colors and it was so magical! The conductor provides a great overview of…read morethe history of the railroad and this part of Colorado. I loved seeing all of the good doggos hanging out with their people. For the most part, they were all well behaved. The best seating does fill up quickly so wish we had gotten there a bit earlier. They do sell snacks aboard but they're just so so. The pretzel I got was half heartedly warmed up. I liked the short break in the middle where you can get off the train and take pictures or stretch your legs at the water tower. Bathrooms on board are meh, so try to use the restroom beforehand at the station. Once you get off the train everyone rushes to the bathroom so you want to try to get off faster to avoid a long line. The whole experience felt a little long to my toddler, but I did see some kids napping in their seats. Definitely worth coming out during peak fall season!

Taking this historic train ride is amazing for many perspectives. From the terrain you cover to the…read moreviews you see all while getting a historic narrative from our Conductor Lanora. Lanora made the journey so interesting as she added so many historic details to what we were looking at. From mining for gold to Doc Holiday to geological facts her story telling ability is unmatched. Want to learn about Leadville and the surrounding area all while riding a train in the mountains of Colorado, then this is where you want to be.

I just did the short trail from the trailhead to the lake. It took maybe 20 to 30 minutes with snow…read moreboots. When I visited in February 2026, some places were icy and slippery. It was still covered in snow. The lake was iced over. The glacier looked beautiful. We talked to a family whose young son hiked up the top and then snowboarded down by himself! We parked in the small lot just across the trailhead. It was $20 and you pay by scanning the QR code. There was one porta potty there. There were other lots that were charging $10 but farther from the trailhead.

Long on views and uniqueness short in hike!…read more This is a local favorite. A place that is easily accessed, has a year round snow field and is just plain fun. Lake front. Fishing. Glisading. Skiing. Boarding. Hiking. Views and blue sky are all in abundance at St Mary's Glacier. It's great fun to tromp through the snow in summer time. Watch crazy boarders sail down the small ice field living their best lives in shorts and tank tops. Adventure above the snow field and find above treeline terrain and majestic views and a hike to the top of James Peak. Parking is a bitch. Weekends are crowded and it's always busy but worth the time. Definitely a fun place to bring folks from out of town!