Red Mountain

A section of US Route 550 that runs from Silverton to Ouray in Colorado is knows as "The Million Dollar Highway", and it's a thrilling (or terrifying) ride. Narrow roads, steep cliff walls, dizzying drop-offs....and no guard rails. It all makes for a white-knucke drive, albeit one with breath-taking views. There's some conjecture about the origin of the name - some say it's because it cost a million dollars to create, others say it's because of the million dollar views. Either way, it's a drive you won't soon forget. #colorado #ouray #milliondollarhighway #silverton #roadtrip #beautifuldrives

Always interesting driving on Red Mountain Pass. Just when you think it's the blizzards that are dangerous, remember to look up.

This is a wonderful mining district right along Highway 550 in Colorado. You can access it even closer via road 31.

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Silverton Mountain Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Silverton with a visit to Silverton Mountain Ski Resort. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area or seek out the hiking trails.

Snow Wall Along a Mountain Pass in the San Juan Mountains

Animas Forks

You can find out about the history of Silverton when you stop by Animas Forks. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

Driving along the Million Dollar Highway coming out of Ouray...

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Bear Creek Falls

Explore the lovely green spaces of Bear Creek Falls and enjoy the ski slopes in Ouray. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Silverton Railroad Depot

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Silverton Railroad Depot during your travels in Silverton. Discover the mountain views in this walkable area or enjoy its ski slopes.

Ouray Ice Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ouray Ice Park, a lovely green space in Ouray. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area or seek out the hiking trails.

Imogene Pass

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Imogene Pass, a lovely green space in Ouray. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Top Red Mountain Hotel Deals

The Wyman Hotel

1371 Greene St Silverton CO

Smedley's Suites

1314 Greene Street Silverton CO

The Frenchman Suites

1335 Greene St Silverton CO

Camel's Garden Hotel

250 W. San Juan Ave. Telluride CO

Kendall Mountain Lodge

1025 Blair St Silverton CO

Teller House

1250 Greene Street Silverton CO

The Hotel Telluride

199 North Cornet Street Telluride CO

The Bent Elbow Hotel

1114 Blair St Silverton CO

Villa Dallavalle

1257 Blair St Silverton CO

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