Had a great time at the Mines. The best part was our guide - Jim! He kept the tour fresh and…read moreexciting. The highlight for me was gold panning. Like anything worth learning, it's an art. The included chipmunk feeding turned out to be another great activity. Great time and great people. Highly recommend! Aloha and mahalo Jim and staff! PS - Jim deserves a RAISE!

Went with a few friends during our trip in Colorado and had a wonderful experience. The tour guide…read moreand all the staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The tour felt intimate since it was just my friends a few other people. We really enjoyed the gold panning and highly recommend adding on the experience!

We have been to Colorado many times and this remains one of our very favorite things to do! You…read more just can't beat panning for gold in a river stream knowing that you are actually going to find flecks of gold and we have every time! It is so much fun! This year we did the tour of the cave and it was super super interesting me as well and my kids really loved it :-) I did too! Lastly, the chipmunks. You could literally just go for the chipmunks lol! They are so super friendly and so much fun! We cannot recommend this place highly enough!

i'm going out of my way to write this review because this was such a cool experience. I did the…read more"Mother Lode" combo, which includes the main main tour, plus an additional mine tour, which to reach it that requires a quarter mile hike up a trail, and gold panning (after several tries I only found one tiny gold flake, but I got something!). Definitely bring sunscreen for the second tour, as you will be sitting outside in the sun for a little bit. It's cool and refreshing inside the mines, and they're full of history, right down to the wooden shafts that still have numbers painted on them from the miners of 1800s. You will learn about mining history and how harrowing and challenging it was, and see the actual tools they used, and how techniques developed over time. You will see shafts and tunnels you cannot explore but remain from days of old that inspire the imagination. You will also hear some silly ghost stories, and even see how UV light illuminates the rocks and minerals in the mines. Interested in history, gold, geology, or mining? Even if you aren't, take this tour anyway! It's well worth it, and the guides do a great job.

I found this place as one of the things to do in Colorado. The parking lot is compact and can get…read morecrowded as I saw people park on the outside on the street so show up at the early train at 10am as if you go later parking can be a pain to do. We paid $35 dollars per person online and we picked up our tickets through will call. The process is really quick. We did have a full train and you get your picture taken and they print these out and give you an option to pay for these or not. I am sure they throw away the prints, but I wish they would give them to you complimentary. Train ride is more like 45 minutes as there is a 15 minute break. You take the train around the forest and there are stops in the mines for pick ups. Overall, it is a relaxing ride, but a most do only one time. If I am in town probably something I can skip.

What a fun outing! I've visited the railroad twice now, both in the fall, and the views are…read moreabsolutely beautiful. The tracks are unique and the conductor tells a light but informative history of the area on the return trip. I only wish more discounts were available as it gets pretty pricey with groups! Buy tickets online or in person. There are bathrooms onsite at the depot and at the stop as well.

We had such an amazing time white water rafting with Liquid Descent! Our guide, Kayla, was…read morefantastic. She made us feel safe and comfortable from the very beginning, and gave clear instructions so we always knew what to do. She tailored our ride to how "spicy" we wanted to make it, so since it was our first time rafting, that made us feel great. The trip was the perfect level of excitement for us as beginners. It was fun, thrilling, and adventurous without ever feeling overwhelming. My sons, ages 10 and 13, had an absolute blast and want to plan another trip back. We even got to see a bald eagle along the river, it was phenomenal. The weather was perfect, and the whole experience was incredibly well organized. It's also just under two hours from Denver, making it a great day trip. We really appreciated the free parking, and they kept our car keys safely in the office while we were out on the river. We felt completely comfortable leaving everything else locked in our car. We couldn't have asked for a better first rafting experience. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone, especially families and first-time rafters. Definitely opt for the photo package too - the pictures we received were stunning and memorable. Huge thanks to Kayla and the Liquid Descent team!

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!

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.

What a fun trip going through Leadville on train! Even though the train moved 8-10 mph, there was…read moreplenty to see and experience. Even the open air carriage was super fun to experience. Highly recommended for fall fun! The train conductor/tour guide will tell you to sit on the downhill facing side and that we did! Good way to relax for the 2 hour excursion!

Definitely a place to stop and ride a shorter train and see the mountains. Not much in the town of…read moreLeadville as far as restaurants and such but enjoyable scenic train route. We were able to see some local wildlife while on the train as well. The conductor was super friendly. If sitting in an outside a car, then it is hard to hear at times when the conductor is giving you some fun local facts. It took about 2 1/2 hours or so. Perfect for an afternoon activity.

The first time in 132 years the glacier has melted. But it is so beautiful!! There is so much…read morehistory here. You start off at 10380 feet at the entry in elevation to reach 10730 feet at the first glacier lake. It is so beautiful! We hiked up around noon and saw a few deer along the way. There was a great group of folks going up or down sharing their experiences. A couple from Michigan rally enjoyed going up to the 2nd lake toward the top. Just as breathtaking from the pictures they shared with us today. Parking is easy on the app, well worth the $20 for all day parking. Restrooms are close by and very clean.

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.