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Mount Blue Sky 14,265ft Summit and Glacial Lakes
4.8
48 Ratings
Denver
Ascend Mount Blue Sky's 14,265ft summit, explore glacial lakes, and experience wildlife. Enjoy lunch and shopping in historic Idaho Springs.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Denver Union Station - Where the tour begins and ends
- Clear Creek Canyon Park Big Easy Trailhead - Travel through this rugged mountain canyon enjoying the steep rock walls and Clear Creek running through.
- 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.
- Echo Lake Park - Enjoy beautiful scenic views of this glacial lake sitting at 10,600 feet on Mount Evans
- Echo Lake Lodge - Stop in the historic lodge for a souvenir or slice of homemade pie before continuing on this scenic route.
- Mount Evans Scenic Byway - The highest paved road in North America
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Denver Union Station - End the tour back downtown where the tour started
What's Included
- Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
- Local Driver/Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (recommended 15-20%
- Lunch
Additional Information
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.
- 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.
Location
Denver Union Station
Wynkoop Street
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Susan_b
Aug 28, 2023
Great day tour Mt Evand - The tour guide was amazing with all the history and knowledge. I really enjoy the small setting of the tour - 6 people.
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Marta_g
Jul 28, 2023
Indescribable! - The majestic view of the mountains, the lakes, the blue skies, and being able to reach Mt Evans. My group and our guide Christina that was so well versed in the history of the mountains, knew every place we asked for, the stories of the native-Americans and Colorado, the patience she had with us because she wanted us to go to other places. She drove safely and knew the weather and at what time to leave before the storms. I highly recommend this tour before they close the access to Mt Evans, you will come renewed appreciating nature and it’s value.
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Kurt_h
Jul 3, 2023
Great scenery and wildlife - I was amazed by the beautiful scenery. And we saw wildlife at several locations. Learned much about the high elevation tundra.
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Mrdayoh
Jun 27, 2023
Perfect - This was an excellent excursion. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful in all ways. I learned a tremendous amount in just a few hours about Colorado, the mountains, wildlife, etc. It was a beautiful June day and Colorado and the views were breathtaking.
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Ricarda_e
Jun 25, 2023
Great trip! - We had a great time. Phill was a very friendly guide that gave us lots of background information. We would definitely recommend the trip.
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Courtney_s
Aug 16, 2022
Blissful 😊 - This was an amazing tour. The group was on the small side so everyone was able to get to know one another. Our guide, Will was very knowledgeable about Colorado and provided great insights about the state. It was a great experience and I'd recommend to anyone wanting to see the mountain side. Will was also very friendly and prepared for the trip. The ginger chews he had for my partner's nausea was great. Be prepared for the elevation folks!
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Dale_f
Aug 12, 2022
The scenery was amazing.... - The scenery was amazing. Christina was an amazing tour guide! She made sure everyone stayed safe and had a great time. Would recommend this tour to everyone!
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X6583vksharonf
Jul 29, 2022
Wonderful day tour!!! - Our guide was so informative and helpful. The tour was EXCELLENT!!
I will recommend this trip to everyone.
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Anlily
Nov 21, 2022
Park trails awash in history - Meeting 8:00 am at Denver’s Union rail station, the full day trip to Red Rocks and Echo Lake took about 5 hours. It is a 2,700 m high paved road to the summit. The walk around the frozen lake was not strenuous or slippery on gravel. If you’re lucky there are mountain goats to be seen. The view of Squaw Pass may be lovely, but it’s named after a derogatory gendered term that is reminiscent of the Indigenous women and girls; in Nov 29-Dec 1, 1864, Governor John Evans instigated the military massacre of their peaceful encampment at Sand Creek, CO. Buffalo hunters returned to the scene of slaughter, and later, became the hunted. (Hence, the movement to change the name from Mount Evans.) The generations of Native American children who survived Colonel Chivington’s army were sent to Carlisle Indian boarding school or Catholic St Francis. The van tour included a stop at the little town of Evergreen before old gold mine trails. It costs $90 and I recommend travelling to the historic park in spring.
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Susan_l
Jul 3, 2023
Great views bad business - I brought two tickets and my friend woke up sick and had to go to urgent care and wasn’t able to make it and these tours are expensive. I have booked at least 5 tours with this company and could not get a refund. But I went on the tour without my friend because I didn’t want to lose all my money and we came from Florida. I tried to enjoy the trip but it was hard thinking I left him home sick and lost $160 bucks. Not a great way to do business. I understand rules but there are times for exceptions
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