Silverton Colorado Million Dollar Highway

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Enjoy million-dollar views along this 25-mile highway that hugs the side of the mountain. It connects the Colorado towns of Silverton and Ouray …

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Oct 2, 2024
We drove the route Oct 2, 2024 with perfect weather and had no concerns about safety. We heard reviews and Utube videos about the route being scary which are over blown.. We enjoyed beautiful autu… Full review by BruceE402
Sep 25, 2024
Worth the drive! Being afraid of heights and reading numerous reviews on terrifying the drive is, I was hesitant on taking this route, but I am so happy we did! We drove from Ouray to Durango (which … Full review by sherryr01
Sep 22, 2024
Incredible splendor & splashes of color around every turn. Aspens are in stages of golden hues, chartreuse & variable oranges. Full review by S2854IXgaryw

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Do I need a time stamp ticket to drive the million dollar highway? Like you need to enter Glacier national park.
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No time stamp or reservation is required to drive the million dollar highway.
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Planning to take my family visiting Colorado across the Million Dollar Highway. Is it still as scenic with snow capped …
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Planning to take my family visiting Colorado across the Million Dollar Highway. Is it still as scenic with snow capped mountains in July? Is it worth it this time of the year?
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Yes. Snow caps make good photos. Road would be clear, but busy tourist season.
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Answer by N Cool C · Jan 17, 2022
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Planning a motorcycle trip the first week in June of 2021 and I'm wondering if this road is mostly clear of snow then?
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Depends on the snow load and weather in April and May
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I'm planning to spend my birthday this November in Colorado. We will be arriving Denver airport 11/18 at 9:40pm and will …
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I'm planning to spend my birthday this November in Colorado. We will be arriving Denver airport 11/18 at 9:40pm and will be there until Nov. 24 at 5:30pm. Places we are interested in are Estes Park/ RMNP (not sure about this one because of fire), Durango (for Winter Train), Ouray/ Telluride (Ski) and Glenwood Springs (for Yampah Spa). Is this too much to do from 11/18-11/24? This is our first time visiting Colorado and I am not a seasoned winter condition driver. I do have reservations for an all wheel SUV. 1. Should I go straight to Estes Park the night we arrive (Nov. 18)? Is the road safe to drive? 2. I would like to do the train in Durango, but is hesitant because of having to go through the Million Dollar Hwy. How is weather up there during late Nov? I was also wondering if Durango to Ouray via car vs. Durango Train has the same views or different experience? 3. If I had to cancel any of my destinations d/t weather or time restrictions, which one should I cancel? (Estes/ RMNP, Durango, Ouray, Telluride) Any recommendations on closer alternatives? 4. I wanted to keep Glenwood springs because It's the only Spa I can find that's interesting and provide scrub/ massages. Any recommendations? So far our itinerary is Denver> Estes/ RMNP> Durango> Ouray/ Telluride> Glenwood Spring> Denver. I think I may have a case of FOMO! LOL!!! But I'm open to any suggestions and safety advice y'all might have. Thanks in advance!!
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Hello! It definitely depends on the weather! I was just out there end of August and went to Pagosa Springs, Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Glenwood Springs back to Denver. Beautiful drive. …
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Hello! It definitely depends on the weather! I was just out there end of August and went to Pagosa Springs, Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Glenwood Springs back to Denver. Beautiful drive. My son lives there and did most of the driving in his 4 wheel drive. Glad we drove from Durango to Ouray though, instead of the other way. Some parts of Million Dollar can be scary looking over the edge! I heard the train ride is very scenic. We camped outside Silverton at South Mineral. Awesome place, even if you just drive back there. Plenty of hiking there also. Ouray is a beautiful location too. If you have time when you go back to Denver, there are things to do in Boulder. Nice trail that goes along Boulder Creek and the scenic Flatirons. RMNP will be a great trip for you in the future, it takes days to explore. I've been there in Spring, Summer and Fall. September is my favorite time there. Enjoy your trip! No matter where you go in Colorado, it will be great.
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