Hike with an ACES Naturalist! Get to know more about the Roaring Fork Valley by hiking with a naturalist guide. Meet us at one of our daily tour locations, or reserve a private hike. Our guides know the area and have a wealth of stories and information to share about wildlife and history of the area.
ACES Naturalist Guided Tours
Upcoming Naturalist Hikes + Programs
Private Naturalist-Guided Tours
Hire a Naturalist guide for your hiking or educational experience exploring the mountains around Aspen. Our guides know the area and have a wealth of stories and information to share about wildlife, history, and ecology. Private guided options are perfect for individuals, families, or groups. Email guide@aspennature.org and we will help you determine what hike is best for you. ACES is a permitted outfitter guide through the US Forest Service White River National Forest.
Summer Guided Hikes
Explore Aspen with ACES! From June until September, ACES offers a variety of things to do for all ages at spectacular locations around Aspen. Join an ACES Naturalist guide for a half or full day!
Winter Snowshoe and Treks
During the winter months, ACES offers a variety of daily programs at beautiful locations around Aspen. Join an ACES Naturalist for daily guided snowshoe tours on top of Aspen Mountain, at Snowmass, and at Ashcroft, or hop on a Naturalist-guided ski tour at Snowmass.
ACES is a permitted outfitter guide through the US Forest Service White River National Forest.