Mount Blue Sky Closed? Try This 14er-Style Jeep Tour
If you’ve been planning a Colorado trip, chances are you searched for something like:
“Can you drive to the top of a 14er in Colorado?” Usually, the answer would be yes—Mount Blue Sky (formerly Mount Evans) is the most famous 14er you can drive up, with a paved road that takes you all the way to 14,130 feet.
But here’s the twist: Mount Blue Sky is closed for the entire 2025 season.
The highest paved road in North America? Shut down for construction.
Before you give up on your dream drive, here’s an even better idea:
Take the wheel on a guided Jeep tour up Argentine Pass—one of the highest drivable 4×4 trails in Colorado.
A Scenic 14er-Style Experience—Without the Crowds
Argentine Pass tops out above 13,000 feet, and while it’s not technically a 14er, the views feel every bit as massive. Plus it is a 4×4 trail.
You’ll cruise through alpine tundra, pass old mining ruins, and spot wildlife like mountain goats and marmots—all without the bumper-to-bumper traffic of a national monument.
And unlike Mount Blue Sky?
You don’t just ride—we hand you the keys.
Why Argentine Pass Is the Best Alternative to Mount Blue Sky
Massive elevation with true high-alpine scenery
Stop at the historic Santiago Mine ruins
Closer than you think (just 45 minutes from Denver)
Guided off-road Jeep tours where YOU drive—Jeep included
No need to hike a 14er—you get the views from behind the wheel
Perfect for couples, families, or corporate groups
Bonus Stop: Historic Santiago Mine
Along the way to the top of Argentine Pass, we make a short stop at the Santiago Mine ruins—a historic gold and silver mine from Colorado’s boom days.
It’s a quick visit, but it’s one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into an old western movie. Plus, it’s a great spot to stretch your legs, snap some photos, and soak up a little mining history before climbing higher into the alpine.
Want the Thrill of a 14er Without the Hassle?
If you’re looking for a scenic Colorado mountain drive that feels like a 14er summit—Argentine Pass delivers.
At Native Jeeps, we make it even better:
Our expert guide rides ahead
You drive your own 4-door Jeep (no rentals or car damage worries)
We teach you how to drive off-road safely and confidently
No experience needed. Just show up, buckle in, and take the wheel. Keep in mind that, Argentine Pass is only a full day tour and the season goes from July 1st – October 1st.
Find Us in Idaho Springs.
Native Jeeps is based in Idaho Springs, right off I-70. Tours run May–October and are great for beginners, adventurers, and anyone looking for a real Colorado experience.
Mount Blue Sky might be off-limits, but adventure isn’t.
Trade pavement for peaks—and drive a Jeep trail that feels like a 14er summit.
