Friday, June 21 2024
Birding Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
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Chimney Rock National Monument
3179 CO-151
Chimney Rock, Colorado
Birding Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
A fun and casual 2-hour bird walk led by a knowledgeable birding guide from the Weminuche Audubon Society. Designed to introduce you to the diverse community of birds that spend their summer here. Birders of all skill levels are welcome to participate. Your guide will help you identify various species and explain the unique adaptations that allow these birds to survive here. Not recommended for young children. $20. Tickets and more info at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in: 7:45am. 8-10am.
Program Dates:
Fridays: May 24, June 21, August 23
Saturdays: June 8, August 10, September 21
Arrive for check-in 7:45 - 8:00 AM. Program 8:00 - 10:00 AM
Standard Amenity Fee:
There is a $20/car or $10/motorcycle standard amenity fee for day use that is good for 5 days from the date of purchase.
– Pay the standard amenity fee in advance here: Recreation.gov
– Download the Recreation.gov Mobile APP - to purchase your pass in advance
– Pay with cash or credit card when you arrive
– Interagency, Access, Senior, Military, and 4th grader park passes will be accepted
for National Monument access.
There is a separate fee for programs/tours. Reserve in advance.
Chimney Rock National Monument is day use only. Due to parking limitations at the upper parking lot, customers may occasionally need to wait at the visitor center.
None of the ancient structures are visible from the parking lot.
Special Programs and/or tours may be canceled due to threatening weather. If so, Rain Checks will be available.
There is no water at the site. Bottled water can be purchased at the Gift Shop.
All fees are considered as donations and are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Please wear sturdy shoes, sun protection, and proper clothing for high desert elevation with potential weather changes.
Pets (except for service animals) are not permitted on the interpretive trails. Please do not leave pets in your vehicle or tied outside as there is no shade. A shaded, unmonitored, kennel is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Kennel locks are available to borrow from the Visitor Center. Dog owners must provide dog water.
There is limited power and phone service available. Picnic tables and restrooms are available near the Visitor Center. A handicapped-accessible, self-guided tour features the Great Kiva and a reconstructed pit house.
More information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. 8-10am.
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Tour takes visitors 1/3 of a mile up the Great Pueblo Trail and makes several stops along the way to enjoy the ancient Puebloan structures built over 1000 years ago. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday mornings. $6-$12. $20 USFS use fee/vehicle activity pass. Recommended for ages 5 & up. Check-in at plaza kiosk 10am. 10:30am-12pm.
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Mysteries of Chimney Rock Evening Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
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