Denver Zoo: Keeping Wildlife Wild On Mount Evans

Denver CO

12 May, 2022

11:42 PM

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Press release from the Denver Zoo: May 12, 2022 How a new Denver Zoo Project Promotes the Healthy Coexistence of Humans and Wildlife on Mount Evans High on Mount Evans, visitors can enjoy views of mountain peaks, alpine lakes and glacier valleys, as well as the chance to see iconic Colorado wildlife, such as Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, mountain goats, pika, and yellow-bellied marmots. The Summit Lake area is a National Natural Landmark and home to rare plants only found at Summit Lake and in the Arctic circle. With the highest paved road in North America providing the opportunity to drive to 14,130 feet, the Mount Evans Recreation Area attracts 200,000 visitors each year. This press release was produced by the Denver Zoo. The views expressed here are the author's own.