How difficult is Ophir Pass?
How difficult is Ophir Pass?
It is generally an easy 4-wheel drive road, but is rated as moderate difficulty due to a narrow one-half mile section (on the Ophir side of the Pass) where it is difficult for two vehicles to pass each other. (Uphill traffic should yield to downhill traffic on this section).
How long does it take to complete Ophir Pass?
5 h 9 min
Check out this 15.8-km point-to-point trail near Ophir, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 9 min to complete.
How hard is Imogene Pass?
Check out this 17.5-mile point-to-point trail near Ouray, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 15 min to complete. This is a very popular area for off-road driving and scenic driving, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Is the road from Ouray to Silverton open?
Road closures Road open: noon-1 p.m.
Is the Million Dollar Highway scary?
According to both Dangerous Roads and USA Today, U.S. Route 550, which more commonly known as the Million Dollar Highway (because you’d have to pay the locals $1M to drive it during or after a snowstorm) is extremely dangerous, even claiming numerous lives and vehicles due to its steep, unprotected cliffs.
Is the Million Dollar Highway worth it?
Colorado’s Million Dollar Highway is often considered one of the greatest drives in the world and a ride everyone should experience before they die. It does indeed provide some of the best views imaginable but there’s so much more to the San Juans than this scenic drive.
How hard is Cinnamon Pass?
Discover this 25.8-mile out-and-back trail near Lake City, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 34 min to complete. This is a popular trail for off-road driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Can you do the Alpine Loop in one day?
Is it possible to drive the Alpine Loop on a one-day itinerary? Yes, it is. Alan and I enjoyed this scenic drive on trip to southwestern Colorado. The Alpine Loop in the San Juan Mountains introduces off-roaders to high-country scenery and Colorado mining history.