Step outside the city and into the vibrant ecosystem of Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge!
This landscape’s transformation from a 1940s military site to one of the nation’s largest urban wildlife refuges began in 1986 with the discovery of roosting Bald Eagles. Today, it’s a haven for wildlife and a gateway for all to explore the natural world just beyond Denver.
The Refuge stretches across more than 15,000 acres of protected habitats, providing a home for a huge variety of wildlife. From bison and deer to hawks and waterfowl, it’s also a place to find rarer species like Mississippi Kites and several types of owls. Each tour reveals beautiful landscapes and offers great opportunities for photography and wildlife observation, no matter the season.
Whether you’re just starting your birding journey or you’ve been at it for years, this three-hour tour invites you to connect with the natural world, gain insights from an experienced guide, and explore the Refuge in a way you won’t soon forget.
Abundance of Wildlife
Rocky Mountain Arsenal is home to over 300 wildlife species, including Bald and Golden Eagles, many species of ducks, bison, deer, and more, offering an unforgettable wildlife experience year-round.
Connect with Nature
Get ready to explore the beauty of the Refuge on foot! Our half-day walking tours take you along scenic lakeside trails and winding forested paths, offering plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife up close. Designed to match your interests and pace, this experience is perfect for those who love to connect with nature at ground level.
Exclusive Nature Escapes
Wander through lakeside trails and hidden forest paths on an intimate walking tour with Pteravia founder Jeff Birek. With small groups capped at 10, you’ll have plenty of space to soak in the sights, spot wildlife, and share the journey with a few fellow explorers. If you are looking for a private tour to Rocky Mountain Arsenal click here.
Perfect for New Birders
This tour is a great way for new birders to learn identification tips and bird behavior with guidance from an expert in a spectacular setting. It’s a fun, educational experience that also makes a unique and memorable gift for the nature enthusiasts in your life.
Expert Guide
Jeff Birek
Jeff is a professional ornithologist who has spent more than two decades in the field across 27 countries on five continents: studying birds, training biologists, and finding the kind of rarities that still show up in field notes years later. Over 15 years working with the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, Point Blue Conservation Science, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and a dozen other agencies and universities, he led large-scale bird monitoring programs across nine states and trained more than 200 field biologists to identify birds by sight and sound.
He has personally found the first breeding American Three-toed Woodpeckers in Nebraska in nearly a century, a Laysan Albatross lost in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, and critically endangered Black Stilts in New Zealand. Jeff founded Pteravia Conservation Birding Tours to put all of it to use.
More at pteravia.com · jeff@pteravia.com · +1.530.400.5301
Book Your Birding Adventure Today!
Rocky Mountain Arsenal group tours available for booking soon
Don’t miss this chance to explore the wildlife and beauty of Rocky Mountain Arsenal with an expert guide. Whether you’re a new birder or a seasoned enthusiast, this tour promises unforgettable moments in nature.
Looking for a Custom Adventure?
Have specific interests or a unique schedule? We offer personalized tours tailored to your needs. Whether you’re focusing on a particular species, planning a photography session, or celebrating a special occasion, we’ll craft a custom tour just for you.