Autumn Desert Excursions

Temperatures dropping and the first snow in the high country hails the beginning of desert season yet again! This fall we’ve got several different trips for you to explore the best the desert has to offer.

Mountain Biking

Fruita Scenic Tour

Offering both beginner friendly and more advanced rides, the Fruita area is the perfect trip for a group with mixed levels of mountain biking experience. Fruita is located on Colorado’s western slope, nestled between arid mountain ranges and red rock canyons. The area offers fast and fun singletrack for beginners, as well as more technical, challenging rides for more advanced riders. Our customizable 3 day overnight trip will take you through the best of the area. 

Kokopelli Trail

142 miles of pure desert bliss, this trail connects Loma on Colorado’s Western Slope to the beautiful canyons of Moab, Utah. Over the span of 5 days, this famous trail will take you through awesome singletrack, challenging climbs, beautiful scenery and awe-inspiring camping spots. Perfect for intermediate to advanced riders looking for an unforgettable desert experience in the parts of the West few get to see. 

Rafting

Ruby Horsethief Canyon

Our brand new raft trip follows the Colorado River as it winds through the stunning red rock canyons of the Western Slope and Utah. We’ll cover 25 miles over the span of 3 days, riding over some Class I and Class II rapids through the McInnis Conservation Area. There will be abundant opportunities to spot wildlife, with everything from bald eagles to bighorn sheep. This is a perfect raft trip for beginners or families. 

Fall Hiking

With cooler temperatures and splashes of gold dotting the snow kissed mountains, fall is the perfect time to enjoy the high country before the snow sets in. Rocky Mountain National Park is known for its stunning autumn hikes, and we’ve got your ticket to enjoying the fall splendor in the park without stress. Our guides have special passes that allow us to bypass the reservation system so we can enter the park at any time and stay for as long as we like. Meaning you’ll be free to soak in the autumn splendor of the quieter shoulder season for however long you’d like.

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