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Mount Evans Highway

Colorado 103
Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Phone: (303) 567-2901
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Daily 8am-4:30pm

Editorial Review for Mount Evans Highway – by Citysearch Staff

In Short
Drive 90 minutes from Denver to get to 14,264 feet, parked next to the world's highest astronomical observatory. In an airplane at this altitude, the FAA would require airplane passengers to breathe from a tank. Drive to Idaho Springs and follow the signs to the Mount Evans Highway (Colorado Highway 103). Begin the climb along lovely, green Chicago Creek. Above Echo Lake, turn onto Colorado 5. Go early in the day; storms are likely starting mid-afternoon.

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When to Go

Forest Service collects a $6 toll above Echo Lake. Toll booth is open 8am-5:30pm, though the road is open 24 hours.

The Extras

Picnic at the stone ruins of the old restaurant. Hike five minutes above the parking lot to perch on the summit rocks. Photograph the amazingly tame mountain goats.

Know Before You Go

Buy gas. Top off the radiator. Check your brakes. Pack a jacket, warm clothes and a snack. There are restrooms at the top.

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Forest Service collects a $6 toll above Echo Lake. Toll booth is open 8am-5:30pm, though the road is open 24 hours.

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  • Daily 8am-4:30pm

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