Private Tour
Full Rim Tour at Meteor Crater
Overview
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the Wonders of Meteor Crater
Step beyond the public trails on this exclusive 2.5-mile (~2-hour) Full Rim Hike, where adventure meets discovery. Led by a Meteor Crater expert, explore hidden vantage points, preserved geology, and legendary astronaut training sites that make this destination truly out of this world.
Enjoy panoramic views and photo stops at iconic locations like Picture Rock, plus fascinating insights into the crater’s history, science, and exploration legacy. Includes Discovery Center access, exhibits, and free time for photos or lunch at the Meteor Crater Mining Café.
Know Before You Go: Best for experienced hikers. Wear hiking boots, bring water, and use sunscreen.
When: Saturdays at 10:00 AM (arrive 20 minutes early). Advance registration required — limited spots available.
Additional Info
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum
Your Experience Includes: Guided Rim Hike – 2.5 miles of exploration with photo stops at iconic locations like Picture Rock. Expert Insights & Hands-On Learning – Discover the crater’s geology, mining history, and astronaut training areas. Behind-the-Scenes Access – Explore hidden trails and vantage points, including secret ledges, historic sites, and areas few ever see. Discovery Center Access – Enjoy exhibits, the 4D experience, theater presentations, and observation decks. Free Time for Photos & Lunch – Capture memories, browse the Gift & Mineral Shop, or opt for a catered lunch at the Meteor Crater Mining Café.
What‘s Included
Admission to Visitor Center and Space Museum
Guided Full Rim Hike
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Full Rim Tour at Meteor Crater
Reviews
139 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour with Hayden
JackiDenver Colorado,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent place to visit. Our tour with Hayden was superb! Answered every question knowledgeably and with a sense of humor. Very very impressed with his knowledge. There were some tough questions asked and he answered them all.
Full Rim Tour
dsjm2002,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amanda was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and gave us the full history of the impact and the mining operations. Highly recommend!
WOW!!!!!!!
bradbV5554YV,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience, the ENTIRE staff was very knowledgeable and welcoming. The view is truly out of this world and huge!! I would definitely recommend stopping by and checking out this piece of history.......
Excellent Rim Tour
NANCY R,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kyle was super knowledgeable and cognizant of the fact that it was difficult to hear since the wind and the group size ref factors.
Unexpectedly good time
Robert V,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide Kyle is the best !!!
Russel
jodycI7511LL,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rim tour with Russel. Russell was a great guide, you can tell he loves his job! 5 stars for Russel
Great.
L1467PMjoea,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kyle, was our tour guide and did an awesome job. He was clear and audible, well informed. I feel like he was respectful and courteous. My wife and I enjoyed this young man's tour.
Fantastic
devinw747,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went out with my mother and grandparents and had a great time, Hayden was funny and told good stories of the crater. Would highly recommend him as a guide for the future!
Hayden was great! Very informative
Shygar,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We got there just as the tour was going out the door. Hayden was our guide and he was great! Funny and informative. It wasn't a lot of walking but it was super windy so hold onto your hats. One other thing, when we got done, we overheard the next tour was canceled outside because the wind got too fast (53 mph).
Worth it!
KristinH999,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gorgeous views, really neat experience! Definitely do the tour...Hayden was funny, informative and took great pictures!
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