Mount Evans Highway fully closes for the season Monday, October 3

Travel Advisory

September 30, 2022 - Statewide - Vehicle reservations are still required through Sunday

Clear Creek County — The Colorado Department of Transportation will fully close Mount Evans Highway (CO 5) for the season on Monday morning, Oct. 3.

CDOT closed the top five-mile segment from Summit Lake to the top of Mount Evans (14,264 feet) the day after Labor Day. The remaining 10 miles, from Echo Lake (Colorado Highway 103) to Summit Lake, will close to motorized vehicles the morning of Monday, Oct. 3. Vehicle reservations are still required through Sunday, Oct. 2nd, on recreation.gov.

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

  • Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
  • Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
  • Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
  • Don't change lanes unnecessarily.
  • Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
  • Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
  • Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
  • Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
  • Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
  • Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
  • Be patient!

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