Tag: Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway
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Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway reopening for visitors eager to return after closure
After nearly two years away, Coloradans will return to one of the state’s most scenic roads Memorial Day weekend. Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway is reopening ー North America’s highest paved road climbing more than 7,000 feet from Idaho Springs toward the summit near 14,130 feet. Reservations can be booked at Recreation.gov: $20 for vehicles…
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Twisted and gnarled trees on Colorado peak estimated to be 1,600 years old
With the long-awaited reopening of Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway set to take place in upcoming weeks, Colorado’s residents and tourists alike will be eager to travel this route, which tops out near the summit of the 14,268-foot peak. And they will pass a remarkable pitstop along the way without thinking much of its ancient…
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Iconic road up Colorado 14er will be closed this summer
One of Colorado’s most iconic roads will be closed this summer. Officials announced closing Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway last fall to reconstruct an upper stretch of North America’s highest paved road. From the U.S. Forest Service’s entrance station by Echo Lake to the summit above 14,000 feet, the road will be barred to drivers,…
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Memorial Day closures and events around metro Denver
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The summer season kicks off this weekend with Memorial Day leading the way — a holiday set on Monday to celebrate veterans who gave their lives for the country. The national holiday comes with a plethora of closings and events. Most government agencies and buildings will…