Mount Blue Sky 14,265ft Summit and Glacial Lakes

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Mount Blue Sky 14,265ft Summit and Glacial Lakes

2 Adults x $149.00

$298.00

Approx Total

$298.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
Local Driver/Guide

Gratuities (recommended 15-20%
Lunch

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.

Meeting points

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.

Itinerary

Denver Union Station

Where the tour begins and ends

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

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

35 minutes
Echo Lake Park

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

15 minutes
Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway

The highest paved road in North America

2 hours
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.

30 minutes
Mount Blue Sky

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.

35 minutes
N/A

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

1 hour 30 minutes
Denver Union Station

End the tour back downtown where the tour started

10 minutes

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.

Free Cancellation

May 31100% refund

June 01No refund

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Awesome

Published on Sep, 2024

Super awesome!! 10/10 experience. Both relaxing & thrilling! Our tour guide was super nice & we learned new things about the animals & environment. The Pikas were so adorable!!!

Beautiful views of the mountains and lakes!

Published on Sep, 2024

We had a great time with Matt the tour guide! We started out on the tour as strangers but quickly got to know the rest of the folks and had a great time! Would definitely book again.

Amazing Sights-- A Worthwhile Tour!

Published on Sep, 2024

We took this tour last week, and it went way beyond all our expectations! Will was an amazing tour guide, keeping us informed and entertained by his commentary along the road. We started early in the morning and drove straight up to the summit of Mount Blue Sky. There was a short optional hike to reach the peak. The view from there was surreal, and according to our guide, one third of Colorado is visible from up there. Afterwards, on the way down, we stopped at both Summit Lake and Echo Lake. The sights all around were beautiful! Next, we went to Idaho Springs, a small town in the mountains. There were many gift shops and restaurants to choose from, in addition to a visitors' center. After having enough time to eat lunch and explore the area, we headed back to Denver. All in all, this tour is one we definitely recommend!

Colorado Adventure Blast!

Published on Aug, 2024

Our tour guide Matt was GREAT! He was knowledgeable about detailed history of Colorado and made sure our group had an adventure. Matt is definitely an experienced mountain driver and we felt safe the entire time. He pointed out details we would have missed otherwise while traveling to our destination. Matt ensured we had plenty of time to sightsee and eat lunch while in Idaho Springs! It was a memorable adventure!

Awesome Scenery

Published on Aug, 2024

Alex was a great guide and driver. The scenery is breathtaking. Alex planned our trip stops based on his knowledge of typical weather. Plenty of time for lunch in Idaho Springs. Monday is a good day for the tour. Traffic was littler.

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