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Snowmobile tours at Nova Guides Most popular! From $319

Snowmobile Tours

Timer 2-6 hours

Launch from historic Camp Hale and power through the largest commercial snowmobile trail system near Vail, climbing to elevations near 12,500 feet with 360° views of multiple mountain ranges. With our easy-to-handle Ski-Doo machines and expert guides, you’ll glide across groomed trails and alpine passes, tapping into Colorado’s winter wilderness in style.

Two guests on a SnowCat tour from Nova Guides From $200

SnowCat Tours

Timer 3 hours

Climb aboard our heated, all-terrain SnowCat for a scenic ride through Colorado’s high country. Perfect for families and sightseers, this relaxing tour offers panoramic views of the Gore and Sawatch Ranges while our guides share local insights. Stay cozy as you experience the quiet beauty of Vail Pass in winter.

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More Than a Tour—It’s a Whole Experience

What makes Nova Guides different? It’s not just the snowmobiles, ATVs, or guided adventures. It’s what happens between the thrills. At our Camp Hale base, the adventure comes standard with:

• Complimentary snow tubing hill for added fun
• Complimentary s’mores and daily firepit hangs
• Local beers and small-batch spirits at McAllister’s Grill
• Trails for cross-country skiing, hiking, biking and more
• Summer activities like archery and paddleboarding
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Group events

Planning to host a large group near Vail? Nova Guides at Camp Hale offers a beautiful mountain setting for corporate retreats, family reunions, weddings and wedding events — you name it, we’ll help. With flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces and a variety of guided activities, including snowmobiling, ATV tours and more off-road adventures, we make it easy to plan a seamless and exciting group getaway.

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Activities

Whether you’re looking for a winter retreat, a summer adventure or a cozy fall escape in the Rocky Mountains, Nova Guides offers unforgettable outdoor experiences for all ages. In winter, carve through fresh powder on a snowmobile, glide down tubing hills or warm up fireside. As the seasons change, summer invites you to explore scenic hiking trails, test your aim at archery, challenge friends to horseshoes or embark on a thrilling Jeep tour.

Winter lodging at Camp Hale

Lodging at Camp Hale

Stay in our cozy Explorer Cabins, surrounded by the stunning peaks of the White River National Forest, or experience the luxurious Eagle River Chalet, a spacious riverside escape ideal for families and groups. Combining history, adventure and modern comfort, our accommodations provide the perfect base for outdoor activities all year.

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Explore the region

Discover the best of Vail Valley, where stunning peaks meet year-round adventure. Enjoy skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, stargazing and off-road tours, plus vibrant festivals, live music and dining. From the historic landscapes of Camp Hale to the slopes and architecture of Vail and Beaver Creek, this iconic region offers the ultimate Colorado mountain experience.

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Over 800 5 Star Reviews

  • Best money spent!

    February 2025

    Wow, what can we say? We were blown away with such fun and excitement. Our excursion included four double snowmobiles, two of which had seniors, and two of which had young adults in their early 20s. All included could not keep from talking about it! The variety of beauty that we got to experience at our pace and up close and personal was a great experience! The comfort of the snowmobile was unbelievable. It had an onboard heater to keep everyone, rider and driver, so comfortable and warm. I say dollar for dollar for what we spent, we had as much fun as anything we had done in a long while. The staff was exceptionally professional and so knowledgeable and appreciative. We will be back.

    Kevin S. Tripadvisor
  • First snowmobile experience was incredible!

    January 2025

    Our flights got canceled. We were so excited that this company was able to accommodate me and my son on a wonderful snowboarding adventure! I had no idea what to expect. My 17-year-old was able to drive his own snowmobile and we both felt super safe even though it was quite the adventure. The conditions were amazing and Matt, our guide, was absolutely the best. His knowledge of the area made the trip very interesting and his enthusiasm made our adventure so much fun! Thanks for some great memories with my son!

    4gomez15 Tripadvisor
  • Family trip

    January 2025

    We snowmobile often and this place sets the bar high. The landscape is breathtaking. The sunset on the mountains is majestic. We were able to catch seeing a baby moose settling down for the night. The rich history and pride that this place provides new generations is well worth the trip alone.

    Kristin W. Tripadvisor
  • Great views, great guide, great experience for the whole family

    December 2024

    We had a great time out with Nova Guides as first-time snowmobilers. Nate was great. He was a pro at explaining what we needed to know, getting us to some great places (including where we saw a couple of moose!), and helping us all to have a great time. We did the morning Mountain Maverick 3-hour tour that started and ended in Camp Hale. We finished with a tasty lunch at Nova home base. The equipment Nova provided was all in excellent shape and the tour was fun for the whole family (ages 12–51).

    ci2016a Tripadvisor
  • Amazing snowmobile experience

    December 2024

    From booking to actually doing the experience, this operation was top notch. We booked the 4-hour snowmobile unguided trip and it was amazing. We filled out the waivers ahead of time and checking in was a breeze. The maps and trails were well marked and I originally thought 4 hours might be too long but it was just right. We saw a family of moose and beautiful scenery in the Colorado mountains. I highly recommend the experience!

    Todd R. Tripadvisor
  • ABSOLUTE BEST EXPERIENCE!

    April 2024

    The absolute BEST winter experience in the Vail Valley! I took my work team for a morning snowmobile tour and cannot say enough good things about our experience. From check-in to check-out, Nova Guides knows exactly how to make you feel welcome and informed. I can’t wait to book my summer adventure with Nova Guides as well!

    Carolyn M. Tripadvisor
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