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    Mount Evans Scenic Byway

    841 Reviews
    #3 of 267 things to do in Denver
    Scenic Drives, Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Activities
    Denver, CO
    +1 303-567-4660
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    “Mt Evans Road is Still Closed for 2018”

    Much as you might want to see and experience the wonderful Mt Evans Scenic Road, please note that... read more

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    James G
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    Denver, Colorado
    “mountain meets sky”

    wow. wow. super wow. at a point, before the lake, it feels like you are going to drive off our... read more

    Reviewed 4 March 2018
    Borntotrek
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    Golden
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    This high-altitude scenic drive climbs more than 7,000 feet in just 28 miles, reaching an altitude of 14,264 feet.

    About Mount Evans Scenic Byway

    This high-altitude scenic drive climbs more than 7,000 feet in just 28 miles, reaching an altitude of 14,264 feet.
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    841 reviews
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    • Very good16%
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    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Mt Evans Road is Still Closed for 2018

    Much as you might want to see and experience the wonderful Mt Evans Scenic Road, please note that it is not yet open for the 2018 season. It is usually open around Memorial Day, but some years the snow lasts into June. best to check...More

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    This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
    Reviewed 4 March 2018 via mobile
    mountain meets sky

    wow. wow. super wow. at a point, before the lake, it feels like you are going to drive off our planet Earth!Hang in for the drive. soon, your wheels will touch the road again.. beautiful views. unbelievable .hike the little extra beyond the parking to...More

    Ask Borntotrek about Mount Evans Scenic Byway
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    Reviewed 4 March 2018
    Breath taking

    The drive to the top of Mt Evans is amazing. The scenery is breathtaking it is so beautiful. Near the top you almost always see white mountain goats which is awesome. At the very top is a burned out stone building which adds to the...More

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    Reviewed 27 February 2018
    Top of the world.

    We had time to see this in the daylight but I hear it is pretty incredible at night, too! After leaving four corners we were expecting good views but wow!! The flowers, the wind, the rocks, the views and the goats! It really is an...More

    Ask Jerry M about Mount Evans Scenic Byway
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    Reviewed 22 January 2018
    The Best Things in Life Really are Free

    The scenic byway starts in a little town called Idaho Springs. Before you drive onto the Byway, do yourself a favor and stop in Idaho Springs for lunch and to see a gorgeous little town.The people living in Idaho Springs are authentically polite, and on...More

    Ask Cydney D about Mount Evans Scenic Byway
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    Reviewed 22 January 2018
    Wonderful to look around above 14K.

    The drive up from Denver is an excellent day drive and getaway. Stop in Idaho Springs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and a little historical town shopping. The drive to Mt. Evans include a few stops along the way along beautiful creek-side hiking and picnicking plus...More

    Ask jhorne8512 about Mount Evans Scenic Byway
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    Reviewed 16 January 2018
    nature

    Intersting drive,beutiful landscape and I really enjoyed time spent here,you have to expirience it.Would definently recommend visiting,

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    Reviewed 11 January 2018
    NOt for the faint of heart, but an amazing drive.

    Like this drive better than Rocky Mountain National Park. Very exposed and very beautiful. Worth the quick drive.

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    Reviewed 31 December 2017
    Great spot. should have spent more time there.

    It is a long drive. But a worthy one. Many trails and lakes. Should have spent more time there. Be careful of the wind and the storm.

    Ask yyyzzz_utah about Mount Evans Scenic Byway
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    Reviewed 23 December 2017
    Best drive ever!

    Scary and fun drive up to Mount Evans. The road had its potjoles and things like that, but nothing worst than what I have to endure every day in Puerto Rico. Lots of wildlife up close and nice Visitors Center and small trails. Excellent place...More

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    evass123
    23 April 2018|
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    Response from Rita J | Reviewed this property |
    Usually doesn't open until Memorial day.
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    23 March 2018|
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    Response from jackson5555 | Reviewed this property |
    No it won't be open in April it's open June and July. You can drive to echo lake it's by Idaho springs and about 30 miles outside of West Denver. The reason is there is allot snow in April and no gaurd rails on road at the... More
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