Mount Evans Scenic Byway
Visitor Services

Except for camping and restrooms, the visitor services shown above are found in Idaho Springs.

Service Description Service Description
Fees

Fees

A fee is charged for the upper section of the byway (past Echo Lake) to help maintain the road.

 Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities

Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities

The road along Mt. Evans Scenic Byway accommodates bikers. Riding can be either moderate or difficult, depending on the route you... [more]
Camping

Camping

Camping is available along the byway.

Links to reserveUSA.com to make reservations at nearby National Forest campgrounds:

 Food

Food

Fast food, coffeehouses, delis, bars, restaurants, pizza places, cafes, and fine dining can all be found in Idaho Springs.
Information

Information

Information can be found at the Idaho Springs Heritage Museum and Visitors Center. For further information, you can call... [more]

 Lodging

Lodging

Hotels/motels, bed and breakfasts, inns, cabins, and campgrounds all provide lodging along the byway.
Restrooms

Restrooms

There are toilet facilities along this byway.

 Retail

Retail

Antiques, gifts, clothing, and galleries can all be found in Idaho Springs.

NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.

Special Considerations

  • Bring warm clothing and sunscreen.
  • The summit is open Memorial Day through Labor Day only.
  • Sudden changes in the weather are not uncommon on the alpine tundra.
  • You may experience shortness of breath due to the high elevation. Above the treeline there is only 2/5 of the oxygen available at sea level.
  • Lightning strikes are a constant summer hazard in the treeless environment.
  • Expect at least a 15-degree difference in temperature between Idaho Springs and the summit of Mt. Evans.
  • A fee is charged for the upper section of the byway (past Echo Lake) to help maintain this road.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along Mount Evans Scenic Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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