Birding Hike and Hot Spring Soak from Denver
ID: GYG525611-1268151
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a naturalist-guided birding hike through pristine spruce-fir forest to a lake and an active glacier. Later, relax in a therapeutic natural hot spring in the town of Idaho Springs.
Join a a Ph.D. ecologist on a guided birding hike through pristine spruce-fir forest and learn about subalpine ecology while looking for wildlife like Pine Marten, Snowshoe Hare, Red Squirrel, Clark’s Nutcracker, Canada Jay, Brown-capped Rosy Finch, and Pine Grosbeak. Although less than two miles round trip, this moderately challenging hike at high elevation will get your heart pounding and senses thriving. Once at the lake and glacier, enjoy a hot drink with views of the surrounding mountains. Finally, head to the historic town of Idaho Springs where you will have lunch followed by a soak in the therapeutic waters of the Indian Hot Springs. Can you think of a more perfect Colorado day? We can't.
Highlights
- Hike to an active glacier with a naturalist guide
- Learn about subalpine ecology while searching for wildlife
- Savor a soak in a natural hot spring
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you do not have a towel, a towel can be rented at the hot springs for $3.50
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
