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Highest Road in N. America Reopens!
22 Apr
Summary
- North America's highest paved road, Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, reopens soon.
- The scenic route ascends over 7,000 feet to a summit of 14,130 feet.
- Reservations are required to drive this popular Colorado mountain road.
Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, the highest paved road in North America, will reopen over Memorial Day weekend. The road had been closed for 20 months due to major repairs. This scenic byway ascends over 7,000 feet, reaching a summit of 14,130 feet above sea level.
Visitors can anticipate stunning views of the Continental Divide and Front Range, alongside potential sightings of bighorn sheep and mountain goats. The 49-mile drive, typically starting from Idaho Springs, offers attractions like historic gold mills and hot springs.
Reservations are now mandatory for accessing the summit via recreation.gov. The byway's typical operating season, from Memorial Day to September, offers a limited window to experience its unique high-altitude splendor.
