Rocky Mountain Travel 
Ice Fishing Tours Guided Hike
Estes Park Tour Guides™ invites you to experience when the alpine lakes freeze and winter settles over Estes Park. Our team transforms your fishing adventure into a full-service Colorado ice fishing experience. We trade fly rods for ice augers and set you up on a frozen mountain lake surrounded by snow-covered peaks, giving families, beginners, and outdoor enthusiasts a quiet, crowd-free way to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park in winter. Our licensed guides handle everything—equipment, safety, instruction, and setup—so you can simply step onto the ice, relax, and learn how winter trout behave beneath the surface. You’ll stay warm with freshly brewed coffee or cocoa, extra layers if needed, and a comfortable on-ice setup designed for all ages.
Your trip includes all fishing gear, safety equipment, tips on winter techniques, family-friendly coaching, and optional photography. We’ll provide guidance on what to wear, how to layer for high-elevation cold, and what to expect from Colorado’s winter conditions.
The only thing not included is your fishing license, which is required for all adults and can be purchased online here through Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Whether you’re seeking a beginner-friendly winter activity, a family adventure, or a unique experience during your stay in Estes Park, this tour offers one of the most relaxing and immersive ways to enjoy winter in the Rockies.
To keep you warm, we brew hot coffee and cocoa on-site while you fish.
You can purchase your fishing license online here – Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Tour details
Meet at the Estes Park Visitor Center before your scheduled start time. If you desire we meet at your hotel before departing, inform us after booking. We depart promptly at your selected time and the route will be confirmed before departure.
Weather impacts every outdoor activity, especially in the mountains. Your safety is our top priority. Our guides are trained to assess weather conditions—forecasted, upcoming, or current—and will make the call to cancel or reschedule if conditions are unsafe. Rapid weather changes are common in RMNP, and we rely on experience, park alerts, and real-time data to make the safest decisions for your group. We appreciate your flexibility and trust as we prioritize your well-being.
Additional Details about this Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Group Size: Up to 6 adults.
- You will follow us into RMNP in your own vehicle. Our guides will stay in communication with you via radios throughout the drive until you arrive at the trailhead destination.
Price $ 139
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What’s included
- Park admission fees and Timed entry included.
- A certified wilderness guide.
- All fishing gear.
- GMRS radios and emergency satellite device, and medical kit.
- Snacks, water, brewed coffee/tea/hot chocolate.
- Rain ponchos, backpacks, headlamps, binoculars, bug spray, sunscreen.
- A group photo to remember the day.
What’s not included
- International Park fees starting 1/1/2026
- Gratuity
Additional information
- Layers for wind, cold and possible rain or snow
- Hat
- +62oz water bottle(Nalgene/Hydroflask/Yeti) or Camelbak bladder
- Water in your water bottle
- Hiking boots or supportive shoes(no open toe sandals)
- Long sleeve lightweight tops
- Pants – not jeans(optional)
- Fleece jacket or insulated vest
- Beanie(optional)
- Lightweight winter gloves(optional)
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Medications needed
- Personal camera equipment
Cancellation Policy
Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Tours run rain, shine, snow, or sleet. If weather concerns arise, call at least 24 hours in advance to reschedule. Less than 24 hours’ notice will result in a reschedule or gift card.
About Estes Park Tour Guides
At Estes Park Tour Guides™ we’re passionate about helping people reconnect—with nature, loved ones, and themselves. Through guided custom adventures like hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, stargazing, astrophotography and food tours in Rocky Mountain National Park & Estes Park, we create meaningful moments away from life’s distractions. We believe in forging heartfelt connections with the Rockies—whether you’re hiking to alpine lakes, snowshoeing scenic trails, capturing stunning landscapes under the stars, or sharing a family adventure you’ll remember for years. With a deep appreciation for the park’s history, wildlife, and trails, we aim to create experiences that inspire, educate, and bring people closer to nature.
Professional Guides
All of our Guides are CPR + First Aid certified and natural history buffs
Estes Park Tour Guides™ operates with authority from the United States Department of the Interior as well as U.S. National Park Service, State of Colorado and the Town of Estes Park.