High Country Tours
Overview
High Country Tours runs guided snowmobile excursions and rentals from the Heeney outpost near Silverthorne, Colorado. Tours include beginner/scenic, intermediate/action and advanced/mountain-top options, plus tubing and ATV/side-by-side offerings.
Typical snowmobile tours last about 2–3 hours, operate seasonally (roughly Dec 1–Apr 15, snow-dependent), and require a valid driver’s license or learner permit to drive. Helmets are provided and additional cold-weather rentals (snowsuits, boots) are available.
What to Expect
You’ll spend a few hours riding groomed trails and single-track through high-country terrain led by local guides.
What you'll do
- Brief safety orientation, sign a waiver and get issued a DOT-approved helmet.
- Drive or ride tandem on a snowmobile over groomed routes; guides adjust pace to skill level.
- Stop for scenic viewpoints and photos on intermediate and advanced tours.
- Return to the Heeney outpost for gear drop-off and optional rentals or purchases.
Best way to experience it
Book the tour level that matches your riding ability (Beginner/Scenic to Advanced/Mountain Top), arrive dressed in layers, and add snowsuit/boot rentals if you don’t have insulated outerwear.
Things to Note
- Operations are seasonal (approx. Dec 1–Apr 15) and weather/conditions determine availability.
- Drivers must present a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit to operate a snowmobile.
- Helmets are required and provided; snowsuits ($25) and boots ($15) can be rented on site.
- Pickup/shuttle within Summit County may be available but must be confirmed with the operator.
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Entry
$310