Added by Kristen May
Enjoy breathtaking scenery, small mountain towns, and excellent wildlife viewing. If you have the time, there are plenty of hiking trails right off the road.
The drive from Durango to Ouray via Colorado 550 (The San Juan Skyway) is one of the most gorgeous roads in the country. The drive itself is worth your time, but if you have time be sure to make stops along the way at the many waterfalls, hiking trails, and lakes along the road. This drive passes the Continental Divide as well as many other extreme elevation changes, so make sure your car has good breaks and you pack warm clothing!
Pack List
- Full gas tank in your car!
- Camera
- Warm Clothing
- Hiking shoes if you desire hiking
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about 1 month ago
Gorgeous
beautiful drive all year round
5 months ago
Paradise!
Grew up in Ridgway and never got sick of this road. Endless adventures year round start here.
8 months ago
Amazing
This drive is amazing and definitely one that I will remember for awhile.
9 months ago
Unforgettable
Amazing way to experience the mountains of southern Colorado! Drive slow and careful and take all the time you can to stop and look around.
over 1 year ago
Awesome Touring Route
If you go in Winter, stop in Ouray and watch the ice climbers. Make you to stop at the overlook near Bear(?) Creek Falls along the Million Dollar Highway north of Silverton.
over 1 year ago
Best Drive In The Area
The best part of Colorado! The bomb.com.
over 1 year ago
One of the most scenic drives in Colorado. Drive this in early fall for spectacular mountains covered in forests of gold.
Added by Kristen May
Adventurer, hiker, and photography currently living in Maryland, but spending as much of my time as I can hiking and exploring the American Southwest. Currently planning my move to Colorado, and my thru hike of the John Muir Trail.
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