Mindful Excursions

Explore Colorado’s Wilderness and Learn Active Meditation

Mindful Excursions offers a unique and fun way to experience the beauty of Colorado’s Front Range.

Welcome to Mindful Excursions, where we guide small groups on easy-to-moderate hikes while teaching the art of active meditation.

Our 75 to 90-minute hikes are a perfect way to connect with nature near Denver and Boulder, led by a local expert. During our guided tours, you’ll learn mindfulness techniques that can be integrated into your daily activities.

If you’re visiting Denver, Boulder, Golden, or Morrison, and looking to explore nature with a local guide, Mindful Excursions provides the perfect experience!

What isActive Meditation?

Active Meditation is a unique mindfulness practice that combines the principles of traditional sitting meditation with the natural rhythm of exercise.

Whether running, hiking, or swimming, this practice transforms physical activity into a mindful experience by focusing on counting breaths and repeating mantras to maintain mental clarity.

This method helps you stay present in the moment, turning your exercise routine into a powerful tool for cultivating mindfulness.

With Active Meditation, you can use your workout time to not only strengthen your body but also to nurture a clearer, more focused mind that carries into everyday life.

Active meditation is similar to walking meditation but it is not the same thing. You can practice active meditation whenever you’re exercising. The purpose of active meditation is to help develop mindfulness.
We are currently working on creating a guide for active meditation that can be practiced anywhere! Please join our mailing list for updates.
No, we developed this unique approach as a way to supplement sitting meditation. By practicing active meditation, you may find it easier and more approachable than sitting meditation. If you have never meditated before, this is a great first step and can make meditation less intimidating.
This really depends on your intention. Some may utilize it as a way to be more present, reduce chatter in the mind, and engage richly with tasks, but it’s really up to you.
There are many activities that can be meditative in practice. The active meditation approach we have taken has enabled us to be more mindful in everyday life by utilizing these methods when exercising, which can include yoga, rock climbing, swimming, running, cycling, the list goes on!

The Eldorado Excursion

On this ~75 minute excursion we'll hike approximately 2.2 miles with about 260ft of elevation gain. The guided hike begins outside Eldorado Canyon State Parks boundaries and finishes in the park where you are free to explore for the day.

The Eldorado Excursion is an easy-to-moderate hike great for locals looking to learn active meditation or travelers want to experience a taste of Colorado's wilderness.

This one-way excursion includes day access to Eldorado Canyon State Park. The Eldorado Excursion is offered weekly at 8am and 10am.

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Current pricing for our Eldorado Excursion:
- $39.00/per person
We offer the Eldorado Excursion daily with two start times, 8:30am and 10:30am. Please contact us with your desired date(s) and time to check availability.
Contact us using the form below. Private bookings are subject to availability.
Included in the booking price is:
- Day access on the date of your excursion to Eldorado Canyon State Park
- Guidance on how to practice active meditation
- A Mindful Excursions sticker for your water bottle!
You can book separate tours back-to-back, subject to availability.
The Eldorado Excursion takes approximately 75 to 90 minutes. Be prepared to hike about 2.2 miles with a little less than 300 ft of elevation gain.
There is street parking at the trail head and restrooms at the end of the tour, in Eldorado Canyon State Park. You will be in nature for the day so please plan accordingly!

About Mindful Excursions

Mindful Excursions offers guided hiking tours close to Denver, blending the practice of walking meditation with outdoor exploration. Our tours take place on easy-to-moderate trails in the scenic foothills, providing an immersive nature experience for individuals with intermediate fitness levels. Each hike incorporates mindfulness instruction, allowing participants to develop techniques that enhance their connection to nature and themselves. Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, Mindful Excursions offers a fun and unique way to experience the beauty of Colorado while mastering mindfulness techniques that can be applied anywhere.

Yes, we are available for private bookings!
Yes, our excursions are great for groups such as bachelorette/bachelor parties, corporate outings, family groups, and small gatherings. Each tour is limited to groups of four, we can offer back-to-back bookings for larger groups.
The guided hikes are easy-to-moderate difficulty. To gain the most of the experience, you should be comfortable hiking at a pace of less than 30 minutes a mile at elevation around 6,000 ft.
Transportation to the trailhead is NOT included in the tour.
Yes, our hiking tours are close to Denver and Boulder. The trailhead for the Eldorado Excursion is less than 45 minutes from downtown Denver by car (depending on traffic and weather conditions).
You should dress appropriately for the weather conditions including hiking shoes. Also come prepared with hydration, sunscreen and sunglasses, hat, snacks, and backpack.
Active Meditation combines exercise with methods used during sitting meditation. These methods are utilized to help the mind avoid drifting so you can stay present in the moment. Active meditation is different from sitting meditation because you are engaging your body in exercise instead of sitting, while still keeping your mind focused on reaching a clear and tranquil state.
Yes, we require all participants of our excursions to sign a release of liability waiver. When you are ready to book your excursion, we will send a copy of the waiver to be signed by everyone in your party separately.

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