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Ancient Landscapes Private Geology Hike at Garden of the Gods

South Garden Parking Lot, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
Duration

2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

English

Overview

Explore the Garden of the gods on this private hike in Colorado Springs. Your guide shows you the best route, explaining the ancient geological formations you pass along the way. Find fossils you may well pass on a self-guided tour, and hear stories about how the land was formed. Make sure to wear proper hiking clothes, but know there are hiking poles and daypacks to borrow if needed.

  • Easily find your guide at your Colorado Springs meeting point
  • Stay hydrated with provided bottled water, so no need to bring your own
  • Bring the kids, who receive a goody bag at the end for a special treat
  • Have lots of personal attention from your guide the entire tour

What To Expect

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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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • Bottled water
  • Daypack, hiking poles, and basic geology field equipment

Durations

2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

South Garden Parking Lot, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
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