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Sunrise photo hike to Dream and Emerald Lakes
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
4 to 6 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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
- 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 And Pickup
Meeting point
Meet in front of the visitor center (it will be closed). We will carpool from there. Bring your parks pass if you have one! We will meet approximately 90 minutes before sunrise that day. NEW: We will caravan to the trailhead in your own vehicle for better social distancing.
Start time
05:30 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Dream Lake
Photograph sunrise as the morning sun hits Hallett Peak
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Emerald Lake Trail
Bring your widest angle lens to photograph this stunning mountain lake at 10,000' elevation!
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Nymph Lake
Reflections of Longs Peak on the way back down to the trailhead.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for your first day at altitude.
- Moderate hike - 4 miles round trip, starting at 9400' elevation and gaining about 700'
Operated by Rock Light Photo Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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