Mount Blue Sky 14,265ft Summit and Glacial Lakes

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About this activity

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 historic Idaho Springs, a real old-western mining town, before returning back to Denver. Your photos and experience will be the envy of your friends on this remarkable tour of Mount Blue Sky.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English
Operated by: The Colorado Sightseer

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Water refills, please bring a refillable water bottle for your own use
Included: Local Driver/Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities (recommended 15-20%
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Denver Union Station

10 min

Where the tour begins and ends
Stop 2

one hour

Travel through this rugged mountain canyon enjoying the steep rock walls and Clear Creek running through.
Stop 3

35 min

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

15 min

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

2 hours Admission included

The highest paved road in North America
Summit Lake Park

30 min

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 Blue Sky

35 min Admission included

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 Mountains is not to be missed. Photos can't do it justice but you will have fun trying anyway!
Idaho Springs

1 h 30 min

Spend time in the historic mining town of Idaho Springs for lunch and shopping on your own or take a stroll on the trail along Clear Creek. Enjoy the bustle of this little main street mountain town full of local stores, restaurants and breweries.
Denver Union Station

10 min

End the tour back downtown where the tour started

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

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.

Using your ticket

Please provide your email to receive the digital waiver to be signed prior to tour and booking information.

Pickup is in front of Union Station/Crawford Hotel at 17th and Wynkoop St. at the flagpole. Our guide will meet you at the flagpole and will be driving a high roof, Ford Transit Van, with our logo on the side.

Pickup time is 8:15am

Contact information: www.coloradosightseer.com 1(303)423-8200 Whatsapp 1(303)-725-5010

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.