Major progress has been made on what’s been called “one of Colorado’s most major tourism developments in recent memory.”

Seth Boster of the Colorado Springs Gazette reports that the construction of the Mighty Argo Cable Car gondola in Idaho Springs is moving along, with the towers up and awaiting the addition of a cable, gondola cabins, and a bottom terminal. Once finished, the gondola will rise 1.2 miles to a terminal that’s already been constructed.

Not only will the experience deliver stunning views of four 14,000-foot peaks and the Continental Divide to riders, there’s also a plaza at the top and food and drinks will be available.

At this point, an early 2026 opening is expected – either in March or April. In total, the project is expected to cost around $71 million, but it’s sure to be a hit – another place for tourists to enjoy the beauty of Colorado while traveling along I-70.

Read a full in-depth report on the project from Seth Boster of the Colorado Springs Gazette here.

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