Last day to summit: September 5.
Head for the hills on a full-day adventure that takes you from Denver to the famous Red Rocks Amphitheater, an Old West boom town, and Mt. Blue Sky (formerly Mt. Evans). Drive up the highest paved road in North America to the summit of Mount Blue Sky, one of Colorado’s higher peaks at 14,130 feet above sea level, and witness the dramatic ranges of the Continental Divide. Along the way, keep an eye out for bison and bighorn sheep, and pass through historic mining towns that preserve the state’s rich silver mining legacy.
• Led by a local guide
• See native wildlife in their natural environment
• Enjoy a lesser-known 14'er with a summit higher than Pikes Peak
• Transportation from Denver
• Friendly banter and information from our knowledgeable local guide
• Catered boxed lunch with deli sandwich, chips, and cookie (vegetarian option available)
• Water refills and biodegradable cups are provided
• Entrance fees and timed entry to Mt. Blue Sky (Mt. Evans)
*For day of tour signups, we may not be able to provide a catered boxed lunch. In that case, we would issue a $10 refund and your guide would advise you of this prior to Union Station departure.
Depart 10am / Return 5pm
We meet at Union Station, at the large American flagpole located at the corner of 17th St. and Wynkoop St.
The address is 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202.
• Denver Union Station
Pick up location
• Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater
Walk through and explore one of the most impressive music venues in the world.
• Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway
(Pass by)Drive up Clear Creek Canyon, a section of the historic Lariat Loop.
• Evergreen
Grab a coffee in a charming mountain town.
• Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway (formerly Mount Evans Scenic Byway)
Drive on the highest paved road in North America with stunning mountain views.
• Echo Lake Park
Stop at beautiful alpine lake for lunch.
• Summit Lake Park
Get a photo op at the highest city park in North America, where you may even spot some local wildlife.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Minimum age is 8 years old
• This tour comes with choice of a turkey or vegetarian sandwich. Please include your preference as well as any dietary restrictions in the Special Requirements field during checkout. *For day of tour signups, we may not be able to provide a catered boxed lunch. In that case, we would issue a $10 refund and your guide would advise you of this prior to Union Station departure.*
• Minimum numbers 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.
• If weather is too bad or if it is too dangerous to drive some of the scenic roads, guide will change tour route.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• After September 5, the road to Mount Blue Sky (Mount Evans) closes at summit lake at 12'840 feet.
• Most travelers can participate
• From November to April, waterproof shoes are highly recommended. Wool socks are also recommended.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
• We highly recommend you bring your own water bottle in an effort to promote our values of sustainability and waste reduction
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
• For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
• If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
• Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
• Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.