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Drive the San Juan Skyway from Durango to Ouray

Durango, Colorado

4.7/5
based on 7 reviews

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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!

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Dog Friendly
Easy Parking
Family Friendly
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Forest
Lake
Picnic Area
River
Romantic
Scenic
Waterfall
Wildflowers
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Drive the San Juan Skyway from Durango to Ouray Reviews

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.

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.

The best part of Colorado! The bomb.com.

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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