Mount Blue Sky, Clear Creek Canyon & Red Rocks Park (Mount Evans)
Description
Join us on a magnificent day trip to Mount Blue Sky (formally Mount Evans) tour from Denver. Located only 60 miles west of Denver, The Summit is accessible by the highest paved road in North America. Standing at 14,271 feet, it is considered one of the most prominent mountains in the front range of the Rocky Mountains. See rocky mountain bighorn sheep, mountain goats, marmots, birds and alpine wildflowers, all the while taking in the spectacular views of distant mountain peaks, alpine lakes and glacier valley.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will enjoy 40 minutes at the park.
Scenic drive through Clear Creek Canyon into the city of Idaho Springs. We will stop for a Photo Opportunity.
We will Stop at the Historic Town of Idaho Springs For lunch.
We will take the Mount Evans Scenic Byway to the summit
We will reach 14,271 ft in elevation.
We will enjoy 25 minutes at the Lake.
We will stop at the Echo Lake Park, our last bathroom stop before returning to Denver.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The top five mile section of road to the Summit of Mount Evans is scheduled to be closed for the season on September 7, 2024 at Summit Lake.
- The lower section of the road will remain open until October 7, 2024 depending on weather conditions.
- Bring a warm jacket and dress in layers.
- No children under the age of 7. Private tours are recommended for families with children.
- You may experience altitude sickness. Avoid alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to departure time.
- Tour might be cancelled or modified due to the weather or road closures.
- No refunds will be issued due to weather or road closures.
- Minimum number of 4 passengers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Reviews(61)
This was the perfect way to spend our day seeing beautiful sights around Denver! Zach was an amazing guide - just the right amount of info and relaxation. It was wonderful having someone else do the driving and deal with all the ins and outs of the various areas. Would definitely recommend!!!
It was beautiful and fun! We enjoyed Red Rocks, Idaho Springs is a wonderful walking town. The climb to Mt Blue Sky was thrilling but I was a little unprepared for the altitude, cold and wind! Be sure to carry a jacket!
Beautiful scenery! Our guide Alex was knowledgeable and entertaining. Would do another tour with him any time!!
Alex was our tour advisor. We hit the jackpot! Such a safe tour driver. The tour was a bucket list adventure. We saw mountain goats, mule deer, marmots. Spectacular views at 14k foot elevation. Great dining suggestions and more than you ever thought you would experience in CO. TOP star review … and I never fill out these forms! Divine!
Was a great tour - seeing the changing scenery, etc along the way was so interesting and Alex had great info to add… even saw lots of goats close up, and marmots.. amazing at the top of My Blue Sky.. now we’re 14rs!
Started this morning at 7:45 for a drive up Mount Blue Sky (formerly Mt Evans), elevation 14130 at summit. Drive from home to the Mt. Goliath Natural Area (part of the Mt Blue Sky recreation area. Just kept climbing - the next few thousand feet of altitude gain offer expansive sites with views that just won't quit. Our stop at Summit Lake was shorter than planned as the main area was closed due to a medical emergenc, but we were able to snap some photos from a roadside stop next to the 13000' alpine lake. I spotted my first Marmot, and started seeing the goats. On our way back down we took a quick stop at Echo Lake for some leg stretching and gazing up at the beautiful high country we had just been in. Beautiful drive with gorgeous scenery.
I truly enjoyed this tour in Denver. My partner booked at last minute and we didn’t regret it. Jason was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well. I would take the tour again!!!
Excellent tour. Gator was an amazing guide. We will be doing this tour again with the whole family.
So much fun!! Our tour guide was amazing, knowledgeable, interactive and informative! Would definitely recommend this excursion.
Had a fantastic experience today. Harley was our tour guide. He expanded each everything about mount Evans and his energy was so good. About the place, it is a heavy on earth. Such a beautiful place. Now it is a wonderful memory for me. I highly recommend everything one to see this place. Mind will be refreshed and recharged :)
