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Explore & Photograph Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park with a Pro

Explore & Photograph Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park with a Pro

Overview

We will explore and photograph the appropriately named Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park. We will hike along the North Saint Vrain Creek, and stop along the way to photograph several waterfalls (including Copeland Falls, Calypso Cascades and Ouzel Falls).

Bring your tripod and a polarizer filter, and I will demonstrate my techniques for capturing waterfalls and other moving water in a variety of lighting conditions, and help you capture great silky water photographs.

The full hike to Ouzel Falls is about 5.5 miles (9 km) round trip, with just under 1,000' elevation gain. For those not able to do the full hike, we will do a more leisurely hike to Calypso Cascades (about 3.6 miles round trip, and about 700' of elev. gain), which still takes you deep into a beautiful area, with multiple falls, and wildflowers and fall color in season.

Don't have a RMNP timed entry reservation? No need! My commercial use permit means we don't need an advance permit!

City: Estes Park

Wed 25 Jun

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Starting at $295.00

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Wed 25 Jun

Starting at $295.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Timed Entry Permit

Private transportation

Snacks

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This hike is from 8500' to 9500' elevation. If you are coming from sea level, plan on acclimating to the elevation for a day or two before joining us.

What To Expect

Wild Basin Area

Wild Basin is a less popular but spectacularly beautiful river valley area of Rocky Mountain National Park. We will visit multiple waterfalls and viewpoints along the way.

Calypso Cascades

Calypso cascades is a multi tiered waterfall which offers multiple angles to photograph.

Ouzel Falls

A beautiful waterfall named for the aquatic dipping birds that frequent the area.

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