Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know before you go
Hours & Contact
Operating Hours
Current Hours 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMTicket Pricing
Cable Car Tickets
Unlimited gondola rides all day — ride up and down as often as you like, with views, hikes, dining, and more
| Single Day | $49.95 | $29.95 | FREE | $39.95 | FREE |
Mountain Bike Tickets
Add a bike-carrier cabin to your cable car ticket
⚠ Ages 6+ only — trails are advanced
Add $14.95 to your cable car ticket price for a 4-hour session, or $24.95 for an all-day session.
Parking: $14.95 for up to 4 hours — lot closes at 6:00 PM
Discounts & Deals
Family Discount
Buy 2 adult tickets and 1 kid (6–17) ticket, and get up to 3 more kids (6–17) free. Children 5 and under are always free.
Group Discount
Buy any 15 tickets and get 5 more free. The 5 cheapest tickets in the group are on us.
Getting Here
2350 Riverside Drive, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Exit 239 off I-70 — only 30 minutes west of Denver!
Get DirectionsFrom Denver
- Take I-70 West from Denver
- Take Exit 239 for Idaho Springs
- Follow signs to 2350 Riverside Drive
Distance: 40 miles from downtown Denver, 24 miles from Golden, 51 miles from DEN Airport
Parking
On-site parking is available for all visitors. Parking is $14.95 for up to 4 hours. The lot closes at 6:00 PM.
Weather
Weather Tips
- Temperatures at the top can be 10 degrees colder, with wind
- Please dress in layers or bring a jacket
- We operate in the rain but will pause temporarily for lightning or extreme winds
Accessibility
Our cable car gondolas are designed to be accessible for all visitors. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please contact us in advance at (303) 567-2421 so we can ensure the best experience for your visit.
What to Expect
Cable Car Ride
Length: 1.2 milesDuration: 8–10 minutes each way
Elevation: 7,550 ft to 8,800 ft (1,250 ft gain)Colorado's longest scenic gondola in the Front Range!
Bike Cab Gondolas
First in North America! Up to 8 bikes per cab. Effortlessly transport your mountain bike and gear to premium trail heads.Trails
Current: 15 miles open nowFuture: 28 miles by 2027From family-friendly walks to challenging summit routes and technical mountain bike trails.
Mountaintop Dining
Locally-sourced American and contemporary cuisine. Craft beverages and gourmet mountain fare with panoramic Rocky Mountain views.What to Bring & Wear
Recommended Items
Layers: Temperatures vary with elevationSun Protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hatWater: Stay hydrated at higher elevationsComfortable Shoes: Walking or hiking shoes recommendedFor Bikers & Hikers
Mountain bike and safety gear (helmet required)Proper hiking boots for trail adventuresBackpack with snacks and extra waterTrail map (available at base station)First aid kit for longer excursionsAdditional Experiences
Miners Point
Bask in the sunshine and explore Colorado history. Explore genuine historic mining claims.
Outpost Amphitheater
Events, concerts, and weddings with a stunning mountain backdrop.
Private Events at the Mighty Argo
Weddings, corporate retreats, milestone celebrations, concerts under the stars — host them 1,300 feet above Idaho Springs with the Continental Divide as your backdrop.
Buy Out the Mountain
Reserve the entire mountaintop — exclusively yours for the evening. After our last public ride up at 3 PM we clear the mountain, and from 4 PM until the 9 PM last gondola down, Miners Point belongs to you and up to 400 guests.
Your Private Gondola
Unlimited rides up and down all evening, for every guest — our crew runs the line just for you. The ride is the grand entrance, with panoramic views of four fourteeners on the way up.
The Outpost & Amphitheater
Both bars pouring — the Victorian-era Gold Bar upstairs and the Sun & Moon Saloon below — plus indoor rooms with TVs and full A/V, and the 300-seat open-air amphitheater for ceremonies, live music or a sunset toast.
Dining Your Way
Bring any caterer you love, or let our kitchen and bars handle food and drink. Decks, terraces and plazas hold up to 400 guests — larger guest list? Talk to us.
Reserve online with a 50% deposit — the balance is due 1 week before your event (we'll email you a secure payment link). Online booking requires at least 10 days notice; for sooner dates contact our events team — we can often make it work.
Reserve Your Date
Questions? Custom Plans? Smaller Groups?
Need a closer-in date, a partial buyout, group ticketing, or anything else — our events team replies within 24–48 hours.
Ready to Experience Mighty Argo?
Book your tickets online and save with prebook discounts!