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Explore & Photograph Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park with a Pro

Location Estes Park, Colorado, USA
$590.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

We will explore and photograph the appropriately named Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park. We will hike along the North Saint Vrain Creek, and stop along the way to photograph several waterfalls (including Copeland Falls, Calypso Cascades and Ouzel Falls).

Bring your tripod and a polarizer filter, and I will demonstrate my techniques for capturing waterfalls and other moving water in a variety of lighting conditions, and help you capture great silky water photographs.

The full hike to Ouzel Falls is about 5.5 miles (9 km) round trip, with just under 1,000' elevation gain. For those not able to do the full hike, we will do a more leisurely hike to Calypso Cascades (about 3.6 miles round trip, and about 700' of elev. gain), which still takes you deep into a beautiful area, with multiple falls, and wildflowers and fall color in season.

Don't have a RMNP timed entry reservation? No need! My commercial use permit means we don't need an advance permit!
Explore & Photograph Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park with a Pro
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Snacks
  • Private transportation
  • Timed Entry Permit
  • Park entrance fees - bring a national park pass or receipt for entrance.

Meeting point
We will meet at the Estes Park Visitors Center. Free parking in a lot off Big Thomspon Ave (US 34), or the garage off N. St Vrain (US 36). Meet me in front of the entrance on the South (river) side of the building. We can also meet at the Wild Basin Trailhead if that is closer to you.
Return details
We will meet at the Estes Park Visitors Center. Free parking in a lot off Big Thomspon Ave (US 34), or the garage off N. St Vrain (US 36). Meet me in front of the entrance on the South (river) side of the building. We can also meet at the Wild Basin Trailhead if that is closer to you.

  • Wild Basin Area
    Wild Basin is a less popular but spectacularly beautiful river valley area of Rocky Mountain National Park. We will visit multiple waterfalls and viewpoints along the way.
  • Calypso Cascades
    Calypso cascades is a multi tiered waterfall which offers multiple angles to photograph.
  • Ouzel Falls
    A beautiful waterfall named for the aquatic dipping birds that frequent the area.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This hike is from 8500' to 9500' elevation. If you are coming from sea level, plan on acclimating to the elevation for a day or two before joining us.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Explore & Photograph Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park with a Pro

    Location Estes Park, Colorado, USA
    $590.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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