Boulder to Estes Park EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Boulder to Estes Park — approximately 37 miles via US-36. This guide introduces seasonal conditions and range estimates. Continue to the planner to check weather for your date, compare departures and plan charging stops.
Quick answer
- Distance: 37 mi (60 km)
- Elevation gain: 2,953 ft
- Highways: US-36
- Chargers to know: Lyons EVgo, Estes Park L2
- In winter: heavy snow, ice on canyon road, high winds
- In summer: afternoon thunderstorms, tourist congestion
Estimated range & charging stops by EV
Compare estimates for the available vehicles in mild, cold and arctic scenarios. These examples illustrate the effect of cold; they are not today's forecast or a measurement of your battery's range.
| EV Model | Mild (70°F / 21°C) | Cold (20°F / -7°C) | Arctic (-10°F / -23°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 280 mi · no stops | 205 mi · no stops | 152 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 300 mi · no stops | 219 mi · no stops | 162 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 289 mi · no stops | 217 mi · no stops | 163 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 296 mi · no stops | 222 mi · no stops | 167 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 240 mi · no stops | 177 mi · no stops | 132 mi · no stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 223 mi · no stops | 155 mi · no stops | 112 mi · no stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 262 mi · no stops | 194 mi · no stops | 145 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 280 mi · no stops | 205 mi · no stops | 152 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Lyons EVgo, Estes Park L2 are charging locations to consider along US-36. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Boulder to Estes Park
Winter on this corridor includes heavy snow, ice on canyon road, high winds. Compare forecasts around your planned departure, then save the trip to follow changes in Live Mode. A higher score indicates lower forecast risk.
Summer conditions
In summer, plan for afternoon thunderstorms, tourist congestion. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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