Million Dollar Highway

Million Dollar Highway

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Navigate your way through the San Juan Mountains on the Million Dollar Highway to discover priceless views. Get ready for an adventurous road trip filled with plenty of opportunities to get out and stretch your legs on thrilling hikes, rock climbing, or driving along cliff-edge roads through scenic mountain passes.

Million Dollar Highway
Durango

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Durango

Historic town in Colorado known for its railroad heritage.

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Animas River Trail

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Animas River Trail

Scenic walking trail running along side the Animas River for 9 miles. Excellent place for leisure or exercise.

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19 mi • 35 min

Lemon Reservoir

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Lemon Reservoir

Alpine lake popular for fishing and boating.

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19 mi • 36 min

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RR

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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RR

Climb aboard this scenic railroad trip on a heritage locomotive.

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34 mi • 1 h 28 min

Castle Rock

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Castle Rock

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14 mi • 1 h 3 min

Haviland Lake

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Haviland Lake

Large lake surrounded by views of Hermosa Cliffs. Stay overnight at one of the designated campsites

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10 mi • 11 min

Trimble Spa & Hot Springs

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Trimble Spa & Hot Springs

Natural hot springs for a wellness and relaxation.

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27 mi • 30 min

Engineer Mountain Trail

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Engineer Mountain Trail

Hiking trail to see the famous “double cone” peak of Engineer Mountain, which reaches a height of over 12,000-ft.

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5 mi • 8 min

Molas Pass Overlook

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Molas Pass Overlook

Drive through this overlook near Big Molas Lake and Little Molas Lake.

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1 mi • 2 min

Cunningham Gulch

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Cunningham Gulch

Trek through the back countries of Cunningham Gulch. Rocky pathways lead through the scenic landscape.

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55 mi • 1 h 9 min

South Mineral Campground

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South Mineral Campground

Enjoy a day of camping in the San Juan National Forest. The campground sits near the banks of Mineral Creek.

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66 mi • 1 h 44 min

Ice Lakes Trail

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Ice Lakes Trail

Hiking trail around the Ice Lakes with views of surrounding Vermillion Peak and Golden Horn.

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76 mi • 2 h 16 min

Bear Creek Falls

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Bear Creek Falls

Easy day hike trip from Telluride to see the cascading waterfalls.

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50 mi • 1 h 12 min

Ouray Hot Springs

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Ouray Hot Springs

Leisure pools filled with natural hot spring water able to reach temperatures of up to 150-degree Farenheit. Enjoy views of the surrounding San Juan Mountains while swimming laps in the pool.

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27 mi • 3 h 51 min

Uncompahgre National Forest

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Uncompahgre National Forest

Large forest covering nearly one million acres. It’s a destination for outdoor recreation like hiking, biking, camping, and more.

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26 mi • 3 h 47 min

Mt Sneffels

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Mt Sneffels

Go for a hike in the Mount Sneffels wilderness where you’ll have views of the towering summit of Mt. Sneffels.

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Box Canyon Waterfall and Park

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Box Canyon Waterfall and Park

Witness the rushing flow of this waterfall tumbling 285-ft into the canyon below.

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