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Evergreen, Colorado
One day is enough: fly into Denver, take I‑70/CO‑74 to Evergreen, enjoy the lake, trails and a quick bite, then head back.
Evergreen is a small mountain community 30 km west‑southwest of Denver. Its main attractions – Evergreen Lake, open‑space parks and bike paths – are close together, so a single day covers the highlights. Most visitors use it as a day‑trip from Denver or as a brief stop on a Front Range road‑trip.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep, also May and Oct for cooler hiking
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow limits trail access)
- Airport
- DEN
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Evergreen, Colorado911 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Evergreen, Colorado, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyEvergreen is generally safe; typical mountain‑area cautions apply – watch for wildlife on trails and keep valuables locked in vehicles.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportDEN Denver International Airport (Main gateway; about 45 min drive via I‑70/CO‑74).
- Getting aroundRTD Call ’n Ride bus $0.60 each way; extensive bike‑path network; most sites within 5‑minute walk from downtown.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at local café$3–5
- Street or quick mealMeal at BeauJo’s (pizza slice)$8–12
- Metro or bus rideRTD Call ’n Ride bus ride$0.60
- Budget bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$130
- High-end bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · High US$150
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DEN Denver International Airport (Main gateway; about 45 min drive via I‑70/CO‑74)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest Mar (9 rain days), driest Jul (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Evergreen, Colorado: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
8 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
7 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
7 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
9 rd
Dec
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
RTD Call ’n Ride bus $0.60 each way; extensive bike‑path network; most sites within 5‑minute walk from downtown.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Denver
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Drive I‑70 east to Denver, about 45 min; or RTD commuter rail to Union Station
Visit Denver’s museums or downtown after a morning in Evergreen.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Quality Suites at Evergreen Parkway
All‑suites hotel with free breakfast and Wi‑Fi; good base for a night if desired
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–130 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × US$80 | US$80 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$50 | US$50 |
| RTD Call ’n Ride round‑trip1 × US$1 · check | US$1 |
| Car rental or rideshare Denver → Evergreen (45 min)1 × US$45 · check | US$45 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$18 |
| Trip total≈ US$194 per person per day, bed included | US$194 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| RTD Call ’n Ride bus ride | $0.60 |
| Coffee at local café | $3–5 |
| Meal at BeauJo’s (pizza slice) | $8–12 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter snow can close some trail segments; check trail conditions before heading out.
- Limited dining options; popular spots fill up on weekends.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US citizens need no visa for short stays; nearest US consulate is in Denver.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- DEN → Evergreen by car: ≈45 min, ~30 mi; rental or rideshare $45–70 (check)
- RTD Call ’n Ride round‑trip: $1.20 total
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis‑koo‑lpe)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is this? (kwahn‑toh kwes‑tah)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Evergreen, Colorado. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep, also May and Oct for cooler hiking · avoid Dec–Feb (snow limits trail access) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Quality Suites for a relaxed pace.
- Rent a bike for extended trail loops.
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