Sunrise photo hike to Dream and Emerald Lakes
Overview
Hike to some of the most stunning mountain lakes on the planet for a memorable sunrise. I will show you great locations for setting up for fantastic photos of Dream and Emerald Lakes (and if we have time, Nymph Lake as well).
I offer suggestions for photo composition as we go, and can also offer photo instruction on camera settings for those that would like some pointers.
Don't have a RMNP entrance reservation? No need! My commercial use permit means you don't need a timed entry permit if you are with me!
What's Included
- Snacks snack bars and water for filling your refillable water bottles. Please bring at least 1.5 liters (48 OZ) of water for the hike.
- Time entry permits are not required when entering the park with a licensed guide like myself.
- Park entrance - bring your national parks pass, or receipt from previous entry into RMNP
Meeting Location
U.S. 36
Estes Park, CO 80517, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Dream Lake
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Emerald Lake
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Nymph Lake
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for your first day at altitude.
- Moderate hike - 4 miles round trip, starting at 9400' elevation and gaining about 700'
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sunrise photo hike to Dream and Emerald Lakes?
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Activity code: C-148657P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. snack bars and water for filling your refillable water bottles. Please bring at least 1.5 liters (48 OZ) of water for the hike.
- Time entry permits are not required when entering the park with a licensed guide like myself.
- Park entrance - bring your national parks pass, or receipt from previous entry into RMNP.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sunrise photo hike to Dream and Emerald Lakes is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for your first day at altitude.
- Moderate hike - 4 miles round trip, starting at 9400' elevation and gaining about 700'
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sunrise photo hike to Dream and Emerald Lakes will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snackssnack bars and water for filling your refillable water bottles. Please bring at least 1.5 liters (48 OZ) of water for the hike.
- Time entry permits are not required when entering the park with a licensed guide like myself.
- Park entrance - bring your national parks pass, or receipt from previous entry into RMNP
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for your first day at altitude.
- Moderate hike - 4 miles round trip, starting at 9400' elevation and gaining about 700'
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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