Mount Blue Sky, Clear Creek Canyon & Red Rocks Park (Mount Evans)

4.7
(56 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission
Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
1747 Wynkoop St

We pick up by the Hopdoddy Burger Bar outside of Union Station on Wynkoop Street.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre

    We will enjoy 40 minutes at the park.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Scenic drive through Clear Creek Canyon into the city of Idaho Springs. We will stop for a Photo Opportunity.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will Stop at the Historic Town of Idaho Springs For lunch.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway (Pass by)

    We will take the Mount Evans Scenic Byway to the summit

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mount Blue Sky

    We will reach 14,271 ft in elevation.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    We will enjoy 25 minutes at the Lake.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Echo Lake Park

    We will stop at the Echo Lake Park, our last bathroom stop before returning to Denver.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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.
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Likely to Sell Out
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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