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This high-altitude scenic drive climbs more than 7,000 feet in just 28...
This high-altitude scenic drive climbs more than 7,000 feet in just 28 miles, reaching an altitude of 14,264 feet.
Breathtaking views, but I am glad I wasn't driving! If you are a very confident driver, it is well worth it. We saw more wildlife there than anywhere else. Plus then you are not... read more
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Breathtaking views, but I am glad I wasn't driving! If you are a very confident driver, it is well worth it. We saw more wildlife there than anywhere else. Plus then you are not covering the same area twice. The park itself if wonderful. We saw the beginning of the fall colors, it must be spectacular by now. We spent...
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We really enjoyed this drive. Roads are in a good state of repair. Wonderful views. A really well worth while experience.
Thank GKG1956
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Nowhere else on the continent can you drive up to get over 14,000 feet in the air. The road is amazing, the views are amazing. Completely memorable and epic.
Do yourself a favor and recognize the following:
* Leave any size RV or anything that tows a trailer at home. The rules say nothing over 30 feet, but anything that...
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Thank Exp_Biz_Traveler
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43 helpful votes
The drive is brilliant, you can potentially drive up to 15000 Feet, there is plenty of vegetation and occasional wild life glimpses, we saw some deers crossing the road. Highly recommend it.
Thank Punit M
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While driving the lariat loop scenic byway I discovered the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. And I am so glad I came upon it. It's a wonderful drive through the mountains of Colorado. Expect to loose cell phone service and connect with nature. Stop along the way and do some of the hikes. Your going to want to save your energy...
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Thank Audrey J
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This drive is one of the most beautiful you will ever go on. Every turn is beautiful beyond whatever you could imagine. Not far from Denver and so worth the trip
Thank Katherine W
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440 reviews
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122 helpful votes
Kind of a scary drive up the mountain with the narrow road and no guardrails. But the views are amazing! I would suggest stopping at the turnouts so you can make the most of the spectacular views. The road is only open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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Thank Alexandra T
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The road trip to Mt. Evans is an adventure for the non-hiking type. We started in Evergreen just after lunch along with two grandchildren. We stopped several times on the way up, to enjoy the mountain lakes, and a small walk to the lake shores. Big plus for the younger “Texans” in the car was a stop on the roadside...
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Thank jeansweekends
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Mount Evans is amazing and the drive up is half the fun. It is a scenic unspoilt taste of the Rockies and when you get to Echo Lake it is just beautiful, the Lake is a good place to stop for picnics before you carry on with this incredible drive.
Thank tracysting96
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If you can go on a weekday, it's not as crowded. The road gets narrow and curvy with no guardrail toward the end. Expect to pay $15 (or show a national parks pass) to enter the road to the summit. It's only open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Thank Anna20110
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Where would you suggest "starting" this drive. We are staying here:
3440 S Vance St Lakewood 80227 CO
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