Mount Evans Scenic Byway
Places to Visit

  • Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest (CO)

    The forests encompass 1.5 million acres and extends north to the Wyoming border, south of I-70 to Mount Evans, and west across the Continental divide to the Williams Fork area.

    Location:

    Located in northcentral Colorado.

  • Argo Gold Mill (CO)

    This historic mine once had the longest tunnel in the world connecting Idaho Springs and Central City.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    Idaho Springs, CO

  • Colorado School of Mines/Edgar Experimental Mine (CO)

    This mine is run by the Colorado School of Mines and is open for visitors to tour.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    Idaho Springs, CO

  • Idaho Springs (CO)

    This Victorian community found its place on the map by gold, and it is the gateway to Mt. Evans Scenic Byway.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    Idaho Springs, CO

  • Mt. Evans Wilderness Area (CO)

    Mt. Evans Wilderness Area provides a close up look at the alpine tundra regions and offers visitors a chance to escape into the wilderness of Colorado.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    CO