Mt. Evans Summer Mountain Summit

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Denver, USA

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Overview

Travel through rugged  Clear Creek Canyon on your way up the highest paved road in North America into the  Mount Blue Sky/Evans Wilderness Area (admission included) where you will reach an altitude of over  12,800 feet at beautiful  Summit Lake and 14,265 feet (4,348 meters) if conditions allow us to the summit.  See breathtaking views of the  Majestic  Rocky Mountains, and view bighorn sheep and mountain goats in their natural environment. Stop for lunch and shopping in  Idaho Springs, a real old-western town, before returning back to Denver.

What's Included

  • Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
  • Local Driver/Guide
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Lunch

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA

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In front of Historic Union Station and the Crawford Hotel at 8:15 am. Please meet at the flagpole out front and your driver/guide will meet you and walk you to the touring van.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Denver Union Station

Where the tour begins and ends
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Clear Creek Canyon Park Big Easy Trailhead

Travel through this rugged mountain canyon enjoying the steep rock walls and Clear Creek running through.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Historical Society of Idaho Springs & Visitor Center

Visit the Museum and Visitor Center in downtown Idaho Springs. Local mining History, wildlife displays, local souvenirs and clean restrooms.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Echo Lake Park

Enjoy beautiful scenic views of this glacial lake sitting at 10,600 feet on Mount Evans
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mount Evans Scenic Byway

The highest paved road in North America
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Summit Lake Park

Breathtakingly beautiful high alpine lake. Enjoy a walk to the lake and down the trail to overlook the Chicago Lakes and valleys below. We often encounter out State Mammal the Bighorn Sheep at this beautiful stop.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mount Evans

Reach 14,270 Feet at the summit of Mt. Blue Sky (Mt. Evans). Enjoy not only breathtaking 360 degree views but take an optional hike to the summit of the peak. We are lucky enough to share the summit with local bighorn sheep, mountain goats, marmots, and pika that call the summit home. The Views from one of the highest peaks in the Rocky Mountain are not to be missed.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Historical Society of Idaho Springs & Visitor Center

Visit historic downtown Idaho Springs for lunch and shopping on your own or take a stroll on the trail along Clear Creek.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Denver Union Station

End the tour back downtown where the tour started
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please consult with your physician before traveling to high altitudes.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, we recommend a jacket the average high temperature on top of Mt. Evans is 40 degrees Fahrenheit or 4.4 Celsius.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmaheittion if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the unlikely event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Access to the summit of Mt. Evans will depend on weather conditons
  • Wildlife viewing likely but not guaranteed.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-59646P7

Reviews

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Average 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 66 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures© and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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