Guided Hikes
Keystone offers a variety of hikes for you or your family. From nature to fitness, education and more, you'll have an exciting outdoor experience exploring all the beauty Keystone has to offer!
Guided Hike Details
Enjoy Keystone’s stunning Rocky Mountain setting, warm Colorado sunshine, and comfortable summer temperatures with a guided hike. Choose from a variety of hikes, suitable for all ages and ability! Whether you want to get your heart pumping on a fitness hike, or stroll along, soaking in the breathtaking surroundings, our guided hikes are the perfect opportunity to get outside and take in the beauty of Keystone. Don’t forget the camera!
| DAY | START TIME | HIKE | Duration | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 10:30 am | Mountain Top Nature Hike | 2 hours | $18 | $10 |
| Mountain Top Nature Hike with Lift Ticket | 2 hours | $35 | $23 | ||
| Tuesdays | 10:30 am | Family Nature Hike & Crafts (Kidtopia) | 1 hour 30 minutes | Free | Free |
| Wednesdays | 10:30 am | Valley Hike & History | 2 hours | $18 | $10 |
| Thursdays | 10:30 am | Forest Quest (Kidtopia) | 1 hour 30 minutes | Free | Free |
| 10:30 am | Mountain Top Nature Hike | 2 hours | $18 | $10 | |
| Mountain Top Nature Hike with Lift Ticket | 2 hours | $35 | $23 | ||
| Fridays | 10:30 am | Valley Hike & History | 2 hours | $18 | $10 |
| 3:00 pm | Mountaintop History Walk (Kidtopia) | 1 Hour | Free | Free | |
| Saturdays | 10:30 am | Fitness Hike | 2 hours | $23 | - |
Meeting Location: Meet in River Run Village Ticket Office for all hikes except for the Kidtopia hikes. For Family Nature Hike & Crafts and Forest Quest meet at Kidtopia Headquarters, Expedition Station. For Mountaintop History Walk (Kidtopia) meet at Keytop Overlook Deck.
What to Bring: Bring good walking shoes, layered clothing, water, sunscreen & a camera.
Reservations: No reservations required. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to hike start time.
HIKING
Descriptions
MOUNTAIN TOP NATURE HIKE
Experience an outdoor adventure at 11,000 feet! Take a guided interpretive trek along the top of Dercum Mountain exploring our high alpine plants, animals & terrain. Don’t forget your camera – the views are amazing!
Level: Moderate to Hard
Meet in Gondola plaza in River Run village.
FAMILY NATURE HIKE & CRAFTS (KIDTOPIA)
Children 8 & younger must be accompanied by an adult
Kids will enjoy a short hike where they will gather nature items they find along the trail. They will then use their treasure to create a unique nature souvenir to take home.
Level: Easy
Meet at Kidtopia HQ in Dercum Square in River Run Village
VALLEY HIKE & HISTORY
This family-oriented hike meanders through the Snake River Valley to the Ski Tip Lodge. Learn about our plants & animals, and the history of Keystone & the Ski Tip along the way.
Level: Moderate
KIDS OUTDOOR SEEK & FIND (KIDTOPIA)
Field day fun with an easy hike, education about nature, simple kids version of Orienteering. Child must be able to cover 1 ½ mile of walking.
Level: Easy
FITNESS HIKE
Raise your heart rate and your spirits as you embark on this challenging hike for fitness enthusiasts. Your guide will maintain a brisk pace for a good workout while you enjoy the clear mountain air and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Level: Hard
Hikers must be at least 12 years of age for this hike.
GROUPS
Couples, families and larger groups, particularly those here for weddings, conferences, reunions, can arrange their OWN time and day for any of the above activity. The discount/ group rate (depending on the size of the group) ranges from 15% - 25%.