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The Mighty Argo The Mighty ARGO experience in Idaho Springs, Colorado. Come visit one of the regions most amazing historic mining sites, the Mighty ARGO Mill.

Our tour includes a visit to our history room to view a video describing the history of the ARGO Tunnel and Mill, a view into our ore mine the Double Eagle, a descent through our historic 5 story ore mill, a visit in the historical artifact museum at the base of the ARGO Mill, and a chance to find real gold as we offer you a gold panning lesson!

10/24/2026

One visit is never enough. 🚠

Make mountain days part of your routine with a Mighty ARGO Annual Pass—unlimited scenic Cable Car rides for 365 days from purchase, with no reservations required.

More views. More time together. More reasons to come back.

Get your Annual Pass at mightyargo.com.

Valid during normal operations. Mill Tours sold separately.

Little ghosts, big mountain adventures! 🎃👻🚠Kids 12 & under in costume ride the Mighty ARGO Cable Car FREE on October 24–...
10/23/2026

Little ghosts, big mountain adventures! 🎃👻🚠

Kids 12 & under in costume ride the Mighty ARGO Cable Car FREE on October 24–25 and October 30–31!

Stop by the Mercantile to pick up your free tickets, then head up for some Halloween fun with a view.

Come dressed to thrill! ✨
Plan your visit at mightyargo.com.

A gold mill dating to circa 1893, a 4.16-mile tunnel, and the longest scenic cable car on Colorado's Front Range — 1.2 miles and 1,250 vertical feet above Idaho Springs, Experience the Mighty Argo Cable Car, Idaho Springs’ premier attraction. Ride the historic cable car system, tour the mill and...

10/22/2026

Go for the gold. ✨🚠

Explore Colorado’s mining history with a guided tour of the historic Argo Mill & Tunnel, then ride the Mighty ARGO Cable Car for mountain views worth making a day of.

Two experiences. One unforgettable day in Idaho Springs.

Book your Gold Package at mightyargo.com.

10/20/2026

Your fall plans could use a little altitude. 🍂🚠

Gather your favorite people and spend a day at Mighty ARGO. Take in the mountain views, grab a bite, and leave yourself time to explore Idaho Springs.

Want to add a little history? Book the Gold Package for a Mill & Tunnel Tour plus your Cable Car ride.

See fall from a higher perspective. Book at mightyargo.com.

10/11/2026

One visit is never enough. 🚠 Make Mighty ARGO your regular mountain escape with unlimited scenic Cable Car rides for 365 days from purchase.
Adult Annual Passes are $169.95, with no reservations required and passholder perks to enjoy along the way.
Get yours at mightyargo.com and start planning your next mountain day.

10/10/2026

Your 2027 plans: more laps, more trail time. 🚵 A short ride up means more time doing what you came for.
Get your Mighty ARGO Bike Season Pass, enjoy passholder perks, and give yourself a reason to keep coming back.
Buy yours at mightyargo.com.
Riding is subject to weather, trail conditions, and operating schedules.

10/08/2026

More trail days or more time taking in the views? There’s a Mighty ARGO pass for you.
🚵 2027 Bike Season Passes for a season of laps.
🚠 Annual Passes for unlimited scenic Cable Car rides for 365 days from purchase.
Make more time for what you love. Choose your pass and buy at mightyargo.com.
Access depends on pass type, operating schedules, weather, and trail conditions.

Spend your Saturday afternoon with Danny Costello at Miner’s Point! 🎶🍂Join us September 26 from 12–3 PM for live music, ...
09/24/2026

Spend your Saturday afternoon with Danny Costello at Miner’s Point! 🎶🍂
Join us September 26 from 12–3 PM for live music, lunch, and mountain views. Bring your favorite people and make a day of it at the Mighty ARGO.
🎟️ Music is included with your Cable Car ticket.
📍 Idaho Springs, CO
Tickets: mightyargo.com

Your Friday plans: live music, mountain views, and an evening at Miner’s Point. 🍂🎶Josh Bierman Duo joins us Friday, Sept...
09/23/2026

Your Friday plans: live music, mountain views, and an evening at Miner’s Point. 🍂🎶
Josh Bierman Duo joins us Friday, September 25, from 5–8 PM! Ride up, grab dinner and a drink, and settle in for the show.
🎟️ Live music is included with your Cable Car ticket.
📍 Mighty ARGO | Idaho Springs
Tickets: mightyargo.com

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2350 Riverside Drive
Idaho Springs, CO
80452

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