Mount Evans day trip: App guided day trip
Denver, Colorado
About This Activity
Drive to the summit of Mount Evans and explore at your own pace with the step-by-step guidance in your App Guide. This is recommended for those who want to see Mount Evans like a local, traveling by car and having the freedom to construct their own day.
* Evergreen * Idaho Springs * Mount Evans Scenic Byway * Echo Lake
Seasonal note: Seasonal — road typically open Memorial Day through mid-October (weather permitting). Road expected to reopen ~Memorial Day 2026 after 2024–2025 construction. Check ahead.
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