Experience the scenic beauty of Colorado Highway 82 as we travel 40 miles from Aspen to Glenwood Springs, passing through Snowmass, Basalt, and Carbondale along the Roaring Fork Valley.
🏔️ Mountain States
Experience high-altitude road trips across ID, MT, WY, and CO. Explore alpine highways, national parks, and rugged mountain landscapes in the Mountain West.
The Mountain States region—spanning Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado—is a road tripper’s paradise filled with towering peaks, deep valleys, and endless skies. This is where the American West unfolds in all its rugged glory, offering some of the most scenic and dramatic drives in the country. Whether you’re tracing alpine highways, carving through red rock canyons, or climbing steep switchbacks to snow-capped summits, the Mountain States deliver unforgettable miles.
In Colorado and Wyoming, mountain passes and high plains meet in bold, cinematic fashion. Drive through the Rockies on routes like Trail Ridge Road or U.S. 550, or explore the open range along highways near Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Wildlife sightings are common, vistas are endless, and every bend in the road feels like a new adventure. These states are all about elevation—both in terrain and experience.
Montana and Idaho offer a quieter, more expansive version of the mountain journey. Big Sky Country lives up to its name with wide valleys, glacial lakes, and lonely roads stretching far into the horizon. From the Going-to-the-Sun Road to the Salmon River Scenic Byway, the drive itself becomes the destination. The Mountain States aren’t just about getting somewhere—they’re about being present in some of the most beautiful and unspoiled places on earth.
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U.S. Highway 550: Ouray to Montrose – Colorado
Cruise 34 miles north along U.S. Highway 550 from Ouray to Montrose, Colorado, passing through scenic mountain canyons, Ridgway State Park, and wide ranching valleys on this classic Western Slope route.
Interstate 70: Frisco to Glenwood Springs – Colorado
Experience Colorado’s rugged beauty on Interstate 70 from Frisco to Glenwood Springs. Cross high mountain passes, cruise through alpine towns, and marvel at the engineering masterpiece of Glenwood Canyon on this iconic stretch of highway.
Interstate 25: Pueblo to Colorado Springs – Colorado
Travel 43 miles north on Interstate 25 from Pueblo to Colorado Springs and enjoy Colorado’s open prairie, Front Range views, and urban skyline. See Pikes Peak, stop at Fountain Creek parks, and pass by local landmarks like Pikes Peak International Raceway along the wa…
US Highway 491: Utah to Cortez – Colorado
Drive 43 miles south along US Highway 491 from Utah to Cortez, Colorado, passing through Dove Creek, Yellow Jacket, and Lewis in Colorado’s high desert farmland. This quiet, scenic stretch offers access to archaeological sites and panoramic rural views in the heart of…
U.S. Route 160: Cortez to Durango – Colorado
Experience the beauty of southwest Colorado on this 45-mile drive along US Route 160 from Cortez to Durango. Explore Mesa Verde, pass through Mancos and Hesperus, and enjoy golden autumn views into the Animas River Valley.
U.S. Route 160: US-491 to Cortez – Colorado
Travel the Trail of the Ancients in Colorado along U.S. Route 160 from US-491 to Cortez. This 30-mile scenic drive near Mesa Verde blends high desert views, Native history, and access to Colorado’s cultural southwest.
U.S. Route 550: Durango to New Mexico – Colorado
Take a quiet but beautiful drive along U.S. Route 550 from Durango, Colorado to the New Mexico state line. This 16-mile route winds through high desert plateaus, quiet ranchlands, and the southern edge of the San Juan Basin.
U.S. Route 550: Soutbound in Durango – Colorado
Take a scenic 9-mile drive south along U.S. Route 550 through Durango, Colorado—from the base of Animas City Mountain to the U.S. 160 junction. Explore this vibrant stretch filled with mountain views, hot springs, and historic railroads.
U.S. Route 550: Northbound in Durango – Colorado
Explore the vibrant heart of Durango, Colorado on this 5-mile northbound stretch of U.S. Route 550, crossing the Animas River and historic downtown before reaching County Road 203. A scenic urban drive with mountain charm.
U.S. Route 160: Mile 10 to Cortez – Colorado
Take a scenic ride through the high desert of southwest Colorado on U.S. Route 160 from mile marker 10 to U.S. Highway 491. This 12-mile segment along the Trail of the Ancients offers expansive views, cultural heritage, and a quiet connection to the Four Corners landsca…
U.S. Route 160: Four Corners to Ute Mountain – Colorado
Travel along a storied 11-mile stretch of U.S. Route 160 from the Four Corners Monument into Colorado, crossing into Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Lands and experiencing the beauty of the Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway.