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Ancient Landscapes Private Geology Hike at Garden of the Gods

Ancient Landscapes Private Geology Hike at Garden of the Gods

Overview

Embark on a journey through time with Trail Gems Geology Tours! From minerals and rocks to faults and fossils, we will uncover the secrets of Colorado’s geologic past as we explore the best trails in the Garden of the Gods Park.
During the tour, you will experience:
• Fun and informative hike that highlights the best that the Garden of the Gods has to offer
• Learning to identify our local minerals and other features in the rocks
• Discovery of fossils that highlight Colorado's amazing geologic past
• A deeper appreciation of how today's majestic landscape formed
• Officially permitted guide
This tour includes bottled water and the use of a daypack and hiking poles, if needed. In addition, each child will receive a geology sample bag that includes a fossil and a trail gem! Other details: Total hiking distance will be approximately 2 miles on maintained dirt trails. Guests should be physically fit and enjoy a moderate challenge.

City: Colorado Springs

Sun 13 Apr

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Starting at $99.00

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Sun 13 Apr

Starting at $99.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Daypack, hiking poles, and basic geology field equipment

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Garden of the Gods

We'll meet in the iconic Garden of the Gods Park and embark on a journey through time! From minerals and rocks, to faults and fossils, we will uncover the secrets of Colorado’s geologic past as we explore the best trails in the Garden of the Gods Park. During the tour, you will experience: - Fun and informative hikes that highlight the best that the Garden of the Gods has to offer - Learning to identify our local minerals and other features in the rocks - Discovery of fossils that highlight Colorado's amazing geologic past - A deeper appreciation of how today's majestic landscape formed - Officially permitted guide This tour includes the use of a daypack and hiking poles, if needed, and a variety of healthy trail snacks and water. In addition, each child will receive a geology sample bag that includes a fossil and a trail gem! Other details: Total hiking distance will be approximately 2 miles on maintained dirt trails. Guests should be physically fit and enjoy a moderate challenge.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (31)

sangyoungw

Jul 2024

My 13 year old son and I went on this hike with Eric. We had a great time. My son loves geology, nature, dinosaurs, etc. This hit all the marks. Eric was very engaging, with a wealth of information. He was patient with all of our questions. Not to mention, the hike was in the Garden of the Gods park- beautiful scenery. I would recommend this hike to anyone. You don’t have to be a budding geologist to enjoy this.

Gavinman

May 2024

This was an awesome private tour of the Garden of the Gods. You learn about the landscape and see some cool fossils that are built into the landscape. You see stuff that you would probably walk right by if you weren't paying attention. Eric is a great guide, it's definitely worth it. It's an easy walk too.

crangap

May 2024

This tour was spectacular. Eric had really great information to share, and he shared it in such a way that a non-geologist could understand all that is going on in the rock. Erik was also very hospitable and relaxed with us. I would highly recommend taking a tour with him. You will not be disappointed.