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

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

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 entrance reservation? (new this year) No need! My commercial use permit means we don't need an advance permit!

City: Estes Park

Sun 22 Dec

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Starting at $240.00

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Sun 22 Dec

Starting at $240.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private transportation

Park entrance reservation

Snacks

Additional Info

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.

What To Expect

Wild Basin Area

WIld Basin is a less popular but specatcularly 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.

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (1)

smephoto83

Oct 2019

We hiked with Colin on 25 September 19 to Calypso and Ouzel Falls in Wild Basin. The hike was beautiful and Colin was not only a great guide but provided me with a tremendous experience photographing waterfalls. He showed me perspectives I never would have seen on my own. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. I highly recommend Comin and Rock Light Photography!