Join us on a guided tour to some of Colorado's most stunning birding destinations.
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Guided Bird Watching Tours
Join us on a memorable guided bird watching experience in the beautiful foothills of Colorado. Our experienced tour guides will help you spot various species while sharing insights on their habitats, behaviors, and learn some fun local lore along the way. If you are brand new to birding or longing to add some "Lifers" to your list, let us be a part of your experience. Making feathered memories is our passion.
adventure with Foothills Birding Tours
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
Join us for a scenic birdwatching tour at the world-famous Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre located in the foothills of Colorado. Featuring towering sandstone formations and panoramic views of the Rockies it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and birding enthusiasts. The guided tour takes you along well-maintained trails that wind through unique geological landscapes, scrub oak meadows, and ponderosa pines. The transitional landscape offers an array of possibilities, to view a diversity of bird species. Come experience one of Colorado's most iconic places and connect with nature in an environment you will never forget.
Location: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO
Available days: Any day of the week!
Duration: 2 hours
Length of walk: Approximately 1.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy/moderate
South Platte River Park
Discover one of Colorado's vibrant birding destinations along the scenic South Platte River in Littleton, Colorado. This guided tour explores the diverse habitat where riparian forest, wetlands, and ponds create a haven for a variety of bird species. Our guides will lead you along gentle riverside trails, sharing tips for spotting and identifying local and migratory birds. Learn about bird behavior, seasonal migration, and the importance of riparian conservation along Colorado's front range.
Location: South Platte River Park, Littleton, CO
Available days: Monday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings
Duration: 2 hours
Length of walk: Approximately 1.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Waterton Canyon
Golden River Trail
Experience one of Colorado's most scenic canyons, and the starting point of the Colorado Trail. Follow the South Platte River as it winds through dramatic foothills, where cottonwoods, scrub oak, and rocky cliffs provide great habitat for a stunning variety of birds. Led by an experienced guide, this tour highlights species that thrive in this unique transition zone between plains and mountains. The pace is easy and relaxed, with plenty of stops for observation, photography, and learning. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Waterton Canyon and create a lasting memory.
Location: Waterton Canyon, Littleton, CO
Available days: Specific Dates apply
Duration: 2 hours
Length of walk: Approximately 1.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Golden River Trail
Golden River Trail
Golden River Trail
A guided birding walk along the Golden River Trail where the Clear Creek river winds its way out of the mountains into the charming foothills town of Golden, CO. This scenic riparian corridor supports a rich diversity of bird life year-round. The guided tour follows the creek side path, exploring cottonwood groves, open meadows, and rocky outcrops that attract everything from songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and seasonal migrants. Your experienced guide will share expert tips on bird identification, local ecology, and how urban waterways like Clear Creek play a vital role in Colorado bird conservation. Take in the beauty of Golden's river corridor and discover how much bird life thrives just steps from downtown.
Location: Golden, CO
Available days: Any day of the week!
Duration: 2 hours
Length of walk: Approximately 1.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Private Tour
Golden River Trail
Private Tour
Book a private tour for any special occasion; family reunions, birthday celebrations, bachelorette & bachelor parties, anniversaries, team building events, engagements, and baby showers. Make lasting memories by sharing an unforgettable experience together.
Contact us directly for more information at foothillsbirdingtours@gmail.com.
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Foothills Birding Tours donates a portion of proceeds to local bird conservation efforts. Together we can be a vital force collectively contributing lasting impacts for birds and the ecosystems supporting them.
Get to know Foothills Birding Tours
Our Passion
Our Principles
Our Principles
Our passion is all about Birds! We believe by sharing our enthusiasm and commitment to Birds, we can help bond and grow meaningful and lasting connections between birds and people. Together we can make a passionate difference in Bird Conservation.
Our Principles
Our Principles
Our Principles
Respect We strive to create an environment where birds, the ecosystems sustaining them, the culture of people and the communities supporting them, can feel our positive connections and contributions.
Responsibility We go to great lengths to foster a meaningful connection between birds and people and take great care to minimize any neg
Respect We strive to create an environment where birds, the ecosystems sustaining them, the culture of people and the communities supporting them, can feel our positive connections and contributions.
Responsibility We go to great lengths to foster a meaningful connection between birds and people and take great care to minimize any negative impacts it may have.
Environmental Awareness Performing actions that help preserve and protect the natural beauty of places we visit and ensure we are providing conscious efforts that positively impact the environment.
Our Goal
Our Principles
Our Goal
Our goal is to be a leading force in Bird Conservation. By providing experiences and education we hope to ignite a feeling of devotion to our feathered friends.
Conservation may be creating bird habitat in one's own backyard by planting native species, keeping your cat indoors (2 billion birds killed annually by domestic cats), donating t
Our goal is to be a leading force in Bird Conservation. By providing experiences and education we hope to ignite a feeling of devotion to our feathered friends.
Conservation may be creating bird habitat in one's own backyard by planting native species, keeping your cat indoors (2 billion birds killed annually by domestic cats), donating to an established local bird conservancy organization, supporting the fight against habitat loss, or simply sharing a favorite bird story, our voices and efforts can collectively be a force in the vital role of Bird Conservation.