4 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
10 people
English
In the comfort of your own vehicle, our knowledgeable step on geologist guide, Ranger Rod, will direct you through Rocky Mountain National Park. He will take photos of your group's adventure as you travel through time in RMNP witnessing evidence of major rock and mineral forming processes that took place hundreds of millions of years ago. Discover ancient mountains that formed more than a billion years ago, as well as landscape formed by later volcanic eruptions. More recently (in geologic time) learn how the mountains were sculpted by massive ice age glaciers and about early human history after the valley glaciers covering the area melted 12 thousand years ago. Seeing these natural wonders thru the eyes of an experienced local geologist, will evolve your worldview of mountain landscapes and enhance future RMNP adventures.
On 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.
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
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