Plan Your Visit to Colorado Grouse Tours in Routt County, Colorado

Getting Here

  • Tours depart from Hayden, Colorado, a quiet, rural town located 25 miles west of Steamboat Springs along Highway 40.

    • Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) is just 3 miles east of Hayden and offers rental cars from major providers.

    • Lodging in Hayden is limited. Options include a few vacation rentals and the charming Hayden Granary.

    • Steamboat Springs, 25 miles east, offers upscale lodging, dining, and all the amenities of a ski resort town, with prices to match.

    • Craig, 17 miles west of Hayden, offers more budget-friendly accommodations, including chain hotels and fast food.

  • Need help with transportation or lodging?

    • Get in touch, we’re happy to help arrange something that fits your needs.

 

Where We Are

  • Colorado Grouse Tours operates in and around Routt County, Colorado, including areas near Steamboat Springs, Craig, and Hayden. Tour locations vary slightly depending on the season and target species, but most tours begin within 30–60 minutes of Steamboat Springs.

Flying In

  • Most guests fly into:

    • Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) - 30 minutes from Steamboat Springs

    • Denver International Airport (DEN) - 3.5–4 hour drive

  • If you're flying into Denver, we recommend renting a car and driving through the scenic high country.

What To Bring

  • Colorado is a rugged and unpredictable place. Tours may reach elevations up to 9,000 feet. While we won’t venture far from the vehicle, be prepared to walk up to half a mile to access some of our leks.

  • Weather:

    • Conditions can change quickly, expect anything from sub-freezing temperatures and snow to sunshine, heat, or even thunderstorms, depending on the time of year.

  • Early Season Tours:

    • Heavy winter jacket

    • Warm hat and gloves

    • Thermal underwear

    • Insulated boots

  • Later Season Tours:

    • Layered clothing

    • Light gloves

    • Solid hiking boots

    • Windbreaker or rain layer

  • Year-Round Essentials:

    • Sunglasses and sunscreen (the Colorado sun is strong, even in winter)

    • Bottled water is provided, but feel free to bring a reusable bottle to reduce waste

  • Optics & Photography:

    • Binoculars: We recommend 10x42 for this tour

    • Cameras: A lens of at least 400mm is recommended for quality wildlife photography — anything smaller may not be sufficient for distant subjects

  • What’s Provided:

    • Spotting scopes

    • A blind with seating and blankets

    • Field lunch

    • Hot and cold beverages

Need Help Planning?

If you're unsure about transportation, timing, or lodging, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re happy to help.

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