Bear Lake Area Loop Day Hike
If time is money then time spent hiking must be gold, for the biggest value for your time try hiking the Bear Lake Area Loop on this guided hiking tour with REI. Starting from the Bear Lake Trailhead, the route turns counter-clockwise and offers surprises and delights with each mile. As the route brings you towards Dream Lake it rewards hikers with jaw-dropping views of Hallet Peak and Flattop Mountain. As challenging as the hiking itself is tearing your eyes off of each breathtaking view, we can’t spend too much time in any one place, there’s more to see around every corner! Not far after Dream Lake the trail crosses over Chaos Creek then forks at the Haiyaha Lake cut-off. Here, trust your guide and make the small detour to Haiyaha Lake. As you hike along your guide will share insight into the surrounding wilderness area, teaching you about the local flora and fauna. Just when you think you’re nearly back to the trailhead the Bear Lake Area Loop delivers again with spectacular views of Alberta Falls, a common destination for painters and photographers alike. If you’ve had your fill of alpine beauty, round out your guided trek by relaxing along the shores of Bear Lake.
What's Included
Tour Price Includes
- Professional Wilderness First Responder certified guide
- Water and snacks
- Trail lunch spread: includes a selection of fresh fruit, vegetables, smoked meats, cheese, hummus, and crackers to best accommodate gluten free and plant-based diets.
- Daypack rental
- Trekking poles rental
- 1:7 guide to hiker ratio
What to Bring
Required Gear
Rain coat, backpack, capacity to carry at least 3 liters of water.
Clothing
Layered clothing appropriate for hiking and changing weather conditions. A fleece or ‘puffy’ jacket or vest is highly recommended, as is a fleece hat.
Shoes
Sturdy hiking boots, trail running shoes, or other sneakers with good tread are required. Flip flops, Crocs, sandals, etc. are inadequate and will not be allowed.
Miscellaneous
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, hiking poles, rain pants, supplemental snacks, gratuity for your guide.
Upgrades + Additions
Private Tour
$200 per group. No other parties may add to your tour.
Transportation from REI in Boulder Colorado
- 1789 28th St, Boulder, CO 80301
- $200 per group + $25 per person (pending availability)
3L Hydration Reservoir (purchase)
$40 each – 3 Liter Platypus Big Zip EVO Reservoir or similar
Rates
Rates
- 1 Person $ 490 pp 490 pp
- 2 People $ 235 pp 235
- 3 People $ 205 pp 205
- 4-5 People $165 pp
- 6 or more $135 pp
- Groups of 13+ Call to inquire
Your final rate is determined by the total number of people who join your group, even if you do not register together.
Your final rate is determined by the total number of people who join your group, even if you do not register together.
Days & Times
Tour Days
Departure Times
Activity duration: 5-6 hours
Itinerary
On the Day of Your Tour
You will meet at the Bear Lake Trailhead a few minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Once you have booked your tour you will receive a booking confirmation email with details on the time and date of your tour, the cancellation policy, a receipt of your tour purchase. This email will also contain an electronic waiver that you must complete before your tour.
Hikers must be at least 12 years old to join our scheduled Yosemite hikes. Younger hikers can be accommodated on private tours. You can expect that you may be with another group on your tour unless you have booked a private tour. Your guide can plan accordingly for varied skill levels and choose routes that fit the needs of everyone in the group.
Meet Location:Bear Lake Trailhead
Hiking Distance: 5.7 miles
Rocky Mountain Natural History:
Rocky Mountain National Park is known for incredible alpine and subalpine scenery and is a bucket list destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The park is home to some of the highest mountains in the continental United States, the continental divide, dramatic weather, and a wide range of plants and animals. Since it was designated a National Park by Woodrow Wilson in 1915, Rocky Mountain National Park has wowed visitors and remained a sanctuary for elk, bear, marmots, moose, and a plethora of other creatures. The highest peak in Rocky Mountain National Park is the world-famous Long’s Peak, at 14,259 ft tall it is the only “fourteener” in the park.
Rocky Mountain National Park is known for incredible alpine and subalpine scenery and is a bucket list destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The park is home to some of the highest mountains in the continental United States, the continental divide, dramatic weather, and a wide range of plants and animals. Since it was designated a National Park by Woodrow Wilson in 1915, Rocky Mountain National Park has wowed visitors and remained a sanctuary for elk, bear, marmots, moose, and a plethora of other creatures. The highest peak in Rocky Mountain National Park is the world-famous Long’s Peak, at 14,259 ft tall it is the only “fourteener” in the park.