Mt. Evans Summer Mountain Summit

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202-1047

Where the tour begins and ends

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Clear Creek Canyon Park Big Easy Trailhead, 32088 US-6, Golden, CO 80403, USA

Travel through this rugged mountain canyon enjoying the steep rock walls and Clear Creek running through.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Historical Society of Idaho Springs & Visitor Center, 2060 Miner St, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA

Visit the Museum and Visitor Center in downtown Idaho Springs. Local mining History, wildlife displays, local souvenirs and clean restrooms.

Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: Echo Lake Park, CO-103 & Mt Evans Rd, Evergreen, CO 80439

Enjoy beautiful scenic views of this glacial lake sitting at 10,600 feet on Mount Evans

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Echo Lake Lodge, 13264 Chicago Creek Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA

Stop in the historic lodge for a souvenir or slice of homemade pie before continuing on this scenic route.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, Denver, CO

The highest paved road in North America

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Summit Lake Park, Mount Evans Rd, Idaho Springs, CO

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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mount Blue Sky, Denver, CO

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.

Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: Historical Society of Idaho Springs & Visitor Center, 2060 Miner St, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA

Visit historic downtown Idaho Springs for lunch and shopping on your own or take a stroll on the trail along Clear Creek.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202-1047

End the tour back downtown where the tour started

Duration: 10 minutes

• Local Driver/Guide
• Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
• Entry/Admission - Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway
• Entry/Admission - Mount Blue Sky

• Gratuities (recommended 15-20%
• Lunch

• Not wheelchair accessible
• 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
• Near public transportation
• Access to the summit of Mt. Evans will depend on weather conditons
• Wildlife viewing likely but not guaranteed.
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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

08:15 AM

Returns to original departure point

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

8 hours