Private Geology Tour in Rocky Mountain National Park
Overview
Ranger Rod, our resident geologist, will guide you through Rocky Mountain National Park while you remain in your own vehicle. Witness evidence of ancient rock and mineral forming processes that took place billions of years ago.
- 🗻 Learn about the ancient mountains that began rising shortly after the dinosaurs went extinct.
- 🌋 Discover landscapes shaped by volcanic eruptions and massive ice age glaciers.
- 🕰️ Gain insights into early human history after valley glaciers melted 12 thousand years ago.
- 📸 Ranger Rod will take photos of your group's adventure throughout the tour.
- ⚠️ Note that 6-hour tour times are only available in the summertime when Trail Ridge Rd is open; 4-hour tour reservations are available year-round.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Duration: 4 hours: 4 hour geology tours are available year-round.
6 hour geology tours are summer-only.
- Professional Photos (digital download)
- Timed Entry Reservations (when required)
- Gear Rentals (when needed)
- Retired Geologist, Professional Guide
- Transportation
- RMNP Day Pass ($30)
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Return details
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Beaver Meadows Visitor CenterUpon meeting Ranger Rod at the BMVC, you will explore a 3D map located in the building's basement to get good orientation of the park and its formations before passing through the RMNP entrance gate.
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Rocky Mountain National ParkOn your geologic tour of RMNP you will: be oriented to the park using 3D Maps explaining major geologic topography; explore evidence of the powerful tectonic, volcanic, and glacial forces that created the park’s landscape; decipher the geologic story behind the breathtaking scenic vistas of the park’s best overlooks and active wildlife habitats; learn how to recognize major RMNP rocks and minerals, including metamorphic Gneiss and Schist, and intrusive and volcanic rocks from inner earth; locate 5 ancient glacial valleys and today’s 8 named glaciers along with prominent peaks, and the park’s 3 mountain ranges. Relive Indigenous American legacies dating back over 11 thousand years and colorful pioneer history starting in 1800’s.
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Beaver Meadows Visitor CenterAfter your tour, you will return to the BMVC
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.