Top Denver Bird Watching in 2026

Discover one of Colorado's vibrant birding destinations along the scenic South Platte River in Littleton, Colorado. This guided tour explores the diverse habitat where riparian forest, wetlands, and ponds create a haven for a variety of bird species. An experienced guide will lead you along gentle riverside trails, sharing tips for spotting and identifying local and migratory birds. Learn about bird behavior, seasonal migration, and the importance of riparian conservation along Colorado's front range.

Discover the best of the Rocky Mountain National Park on a guided full-day tour. Park entrance, along with round-trip transportation from Denver or Boulder is conveniently included. Set at a moderate pace, the hike 4-mile (6.4-km) is perfect for people with some experience who also want to take time to appreciate the scenery.

There are so many great hikes in the Denver area, how can you choose? Let a local do the work—on this guided tour, you’ll get whisked off to the mountains, where you’ll hike at your comfort level (snacks and breaks as needed), learn about the flora and fauna of the Rockies, and get incredible bird’s-eye photos of Colorado. Simply put, you'll get more out of your time spent in the mountains.

Head south from Denver on a small group tour to two of Colorado’s most majestic places. First, visit Garden of the Gods, a unique geological area with colossal red rock formations. Then take a drive up Pikes Peak, which inspired the song “America the Beautiful.” Have lunch and enjoy a bit of free time or shopping in the charming town of Manitou Springs, then take a scenic drive through the foothills back to Denver.

Climb from the streets of the "Mile High City" to Rocky Mountain National Park, on a day trip that showcases the rugged beauty of Colorado's mountains. Weave through small, historic towns and drive over alpine passes, as you scan the horizon for mountain wildlife such as elk, black bears, or moose.

Get up close and personal with Colorado's Rocky Mountain scenery during this private, customizable photo shoot. Choose a departure time that works best for you, and head to picturesque locations in the foothills, well off the typical tourist trail. Your photographer will capture many posed and candid photos, and you can purchase your favorite shots afterwards with a $50 photo credit included.

Enjoy a bespoke hiking experience during this private, full-day tour through Rocky Mountain National Park. Follow a customized, easy-to-moderate trail through the mountains. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off from Denver or Boulder. Tours include snacks, bottled water, and optional snowshoes as needed. Lunch is not provided from November through May.

We provide personalized naturalist-guided tours that maximize opportunity for viewing Colorado wildlife year-round. Our unique adventures are designed to offer memorable encounters with nature while supporting wildlife conservation efforts across the globe. At Birding Man Adventures, we whole-heartedly believe that it is our duty to protect natural resources for future generations of both humans and wildlife. Our mission is to intimately connect people to nature in a way that inspires them to support local and global conservation efforts for a lifetime. Our personalized approach to nature guiding creates a comfortable and relaxed environment for sharing and learning. Averaging only four guests per tour, each outing provides first class service and customized personal attention that is unrivaled in the industry.

Enjoy a uniquely immersive and active way to experience the sparkling wintertime beauty of Colorado’s Front Range on this half-day snowshoeing adventure. With the help of state-of-the-art snowshoeing equipment, hike through pristine pine forests and open-air alpine meadows. Your experienced guide chooses trails that match your group's experience level, and which offer impressive views.