All Estes Park Tours & Excursions in 2026

Colorado or Bust! This class combines artistic expression with repurposing unique materials into beautiful reminder of your favorite places in Colorado! As participants transform ordinary license plates into unique works of art, this class offers an exciting opportunity to unleash your creativity whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist looking to try something new! Everyone will be successful with this class, as the process has been simplified to allow for all artistic skill levels to feel accomblished with their finished piece. Every time you look at your finished art piece, it will have you saying Colorado or Bust! Great for Ages 8 & Up! Please Book Ahead for Material Prep Materials: All materials are included in the class fee

Learn how to sculpt simple shapes from core wool, and then add bright embellishing colors to bring these sweet little creatures to life. Every participant will leave with at least one finished piece they are proud of and is ready to be hung in their home (if there is time we can create a second hummingbird). Create a beautiful reminder of spring that you can have year round! All materials and tools required for the class are provided.

Get creative and enjoy making a personalized souvenir to take home during a small-group metal embossing class in Estes Park. Express your creativity with colorful marker pens on metal to produce an artwork ready to frame. Your instructor will show you what to do and you’ll be given a kit that you can take away and use later, if you like.

If you're going to Rocky Mountain National Park for the animals, maximize your sightings with a full-day tour completely focused on wildlife. Travel with a guide who knows the best places to spot amazing Colorado creatures like bighorn sheep, moose, elk, and mule deer. Avoid the crowds at off-the-track locations, and learn about the park’s amazing biodiversity along the way.

Unleash your creativity with a fabric painting class with easy-to-use Inktense Blocks, a relatively new art medium. Transform a reusable cotton tote bag or stocking into a personalized masterpiece. Dive into the world of vibrant colors and learn to make your artwork color-fast, layering tints, and shades for depth. With provided Colorado-inspired stencils, trace and layer to craft a bag as unique as you.

Take a break from Colorado’s outdoor adventures and discover a new art medium during this alcohol ink class in Estes Park. Make your own way to the workshop and get an introduction to alcohol inks, which are easier to work with than watercolors. Then, play around with the medium and create your own, one-of-a-kind art piece to take home. All art supplies and instructor fees are included.

Join us for a captivating and enjoyable class where you can create a beautiful batik tapestry. Batik is a resist painting technique where melted wax is used to draw designs on fabric, followed by vibrant colorful dyes. In this introductory class, you'll learn fundamental techniques and effects while working with traditional tools of this unique art medium. At the end of the class, you'll be able to take your finished tapestry home.

Backbone Adventures offers an excursion you'll never forget. We suggest choosing the Switzerland Trail or Rollins Pass (favorite). Rollins Pass for example will take you to high mountain lakes (bring your fly fishing poles), old mine shafts, and snowy glaciers (even in summer). It's so remote, you'll feel like the entire mountain range is your's and yours only. The Polaris Northstar UTV is luxury at it's finest with GPS trail navigation, bluetooth stereo, heat and AC, power windows, and a smooth ride. Plenty of room for the whole family.

This Make & Take class is so colorful and relaxing. If you manage to stop by Patterson Glass Gallery before you come to the class, you can get one of their glass pebbles and add it to your frame! Each participant leaves with a piece that is uniquely theirs and is a great project that makes a wonderful souvenir of Colorado! The Inspired Art Kits include all of the instructions and materials needed to create your one of a kind piece, and can be created either in the studio or the kit can be taken with and created where ever and whenever the participant would like to create!

Enhance your visit to Rocky Mountain National Park and Colorado with a private five-hour tour led by experienced local guides. Enjoy the dramatic views along Trail Ridge Road and leave the driving to us in our comfortable touring SUV. From Estes Park to the Alpine Visitor Center, we stop at scenic overlooks and take short walks to viewpoints and points of interest. Wildlife sightings, photo opportunities, and insights from our knowledgeable guides create unforgettable Rocky Mountain memories. We share information about wildlife, weather, geology, history, culture, birding, and outdoor activities around Estes Park and the park itself. Let us show you our favorite place—Rocky Mountain National Park. Binoculars are provided for spotting elk, birds, and sweeping mountain vistas, and hiking poles are available for any accessible walks.

Unleash your creativity in our Embossed Alcohol Ink Tile Wall Hanging workshop! Choose your tile style from a classic subway or a modern square. With guidance from our knowledgeable instructors, you'll create a stunning scene using vibrant alcohol inks and embossing powders. Select from a wide range of colors to personalize your wall hanging, matching it perfectly to your style and home décor. Explore the unique properties of alcohol inks and discover their captivating effects. Take pride in your finished piece, a beautiful and one-of-a-kind wall hanging that will add a touch of artistic elegance to your living space.

Do more than just capture the beauty of the Colorado wilderness during this interactive art course. This creative class welcomes artists of all ages and skill levels to learn about the concepts of shade and value. Construct your own work of art, using colors, patterns, and black and white photographs of native Colorado wildlife. Your instructor will help you assemble your final project so you’ll have a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home.

Experience the calming art of weaving in-the-round to craft a sturdy, multi-functional pouch. Choose from our pre-cut fabric strips in various colors to personalize your bag. The finished product is ideal for storing snacks, hiking supplies, or even art supplies for outdoor activities. Our bags include two clips for versatile carrying options: attach them to belt loops, backpacks, satchels, or wear them like purses with an attached strap. Easy-to-follow instructions and high-quality materials ensure a delightful end result. Join us at Inspired Art Market for a fulfilling crafting experience!

ChatGPT said: Embark on a thrilling 2-day adventure through Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, where wildlife, history, and geology come alive. With expert guides, you’ll have the chance to spot moose, bison, elk, pronghorn, mule deer, black bears, grizzlies, wolves, bald eagles, foxes, coyotes, and even graceful swans. In the Tetons, explore the rich history of Jackson Hole, take in panoramic views from Signal Mountain, visit historic Mormon Row, and hike to the stunning Hidden Falls at Jenny Lake. In Yellowstone, uncover the fascinating story of its supervolcano and witness the geothermal wonders it fuels—Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, bubbling mud pots, and fumaroles. Stand in awe at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Artist Point Waterfalls, then journey into Hayden Valley, a premier wildlife-watching paradise. Along the way, scenic stops and local insight make this tour an unforgettable immersion into America’s most iconic landscapes.

Take ax throwing outdoors with the only outdoor ax throwing area in Estes Park. You will be surrounded by the mountain views that the Estes valley provides.

Unlock your photography potential with a hands-on workshop led by Fullam Photos. Designed for both beginners and seasoned photographers, this experience will enhance your skills in lighting, composition, and camera settings. Capture the stunning beauty of the great outdoors as you explore various techniques alongside a small group, ensuring personalized attention and tailored guidance. Bring your camera or smartphone and immerse yourself in nature while learning to take captivating shots that tell a story.

Unleash your creativity and find solace in the therapeutic art of Neurography. Rooted in the belief that art can heal, this kit invites you to transform negative thoughts into stunning visual masterpieces inspired by nature. Let the free-flowing lines guide your hand as you discover hidden shapes and colors, creating a unique work of art that reflects your inner journey. The kit includes all the essential materials you need to get started, including high-quality watercolor paints, brushes, and a 5x7 frame to showcase your finished artwork. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner seeking a relaxing and therapeutic activity, this kit is perfect for expressing yourself through art

Marbling is an ancient art form where you float paint across a fluid material and then create designs in the paint before transferring the designs onto different materials. Learn about the Gel-Git Technique, Sumi, Combed, as well as learn how to create flowers, hearts & other designs. All materials are provided, including the the vibrant paints, tools & Carrageenan. Take home your amazing creations the same day. We accept both walk in and book ahead. Discover the magic of marbling at this mesmerizing art experience!

The Printmaking Pennant Flags Art Kit is a unique opportunity for students to explore the art of printmaking while creating meaningful and colorful pennant flags. In this class, students will learn the techniques of printmaking onto fabric, while also creating a souvenir to remind them of moments from the favorite parts of their trip.

Venture out into Rocky Mountain National Park to check out the wildlife! In the spring the moose are often out and about. There are also plenty of other animals you may run across during this tour especially including Elk, Turkey, Coyote, Mule Deer, and many others. If you're an ANIMAL ENTHUSIAST this tour is for you as we will travel around to try and see as many as possible. This is a guided wildlife viewing expedition sightings of animals although very likely are not guaranteed. This is a 2 hour tour and includes park entry as well as any timed entry. You just have to show up, and let us take care of the rest!

Join us for an unforgettable artistic experience by stamping, splattering, swiping, and scraping at the Paint Play Wildlife Shadow Box Class! Discover techniques to manipulate acrylic paint, creating breathtaking visual effects and textures. While your painting dries, sketch animal silhouettes on glass and assemble your masterpiece for a stunning optical illusion. All materials, tools, and frames are provided. Each creation is one-of-a-kind, designed and crafted by you and your fellow artists.

Estes Park is a mecca of Rock Climbing, and our guides live here. Let our Guides literally "show you the ropes" and give your crew an experience that they'll be bragging about for years to come.

Looking to indulge in artistic inspiration? The Inspired Studio Pass is for you! With so many options for art experiences, it can be hard to choose which one to create. With the Studio Pass, you don't need to choose! Create as many projects as time allows (3 hour studio pass averages 3-5 projects; 6 hour studio pass averages 5-7 projects) for just one , all inclusive price. Come and spend a creative day with us!

Create a stunning, one-of-a-kind marbled pumpkin that includes a safe, battery-operated tea light to illuminate your masterpiece. Dive into innovative techniques for manipulating acrylic paint that create stunning visual effects and captivating textures, including painting on glass in the Abstract Acrylic Painting. Create a spooktacular vibe this Halloween with our Marbled Spider Web Mobile In this 'illuminating' art experience, pick from an assortment of autumn and Halloween 'inspired' images and learn to paint on them using alcohol inks