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The Adventurous Agent
"ONCE A YEAR,
GO SOMEPLACE YOU'VE
NEVER BEEN BEFORE."
Dalai Lama
Hit the road Jack
You know the expression: "it's not the destination - it's the journey" - well Ralph Waldo Emerson sure must have been talking about going on roadtrip- cause they are have the fun! Colorado has some of the absolute best scenic byways and mountain road passes in all of the 50 states. Below are a few of my favorite sights from the comfort of your car. Also included are a few of my favorite drives out west. Check them out!
- Jenny
Top 10 Colorado scenic byways
Why you should go: Sweeping views of the Rockies from one of the highest continuous paved roads in the U.S.
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Distance: 48 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 2 hours
Why you should go: Climb to the summit of a 14er from the comfort of your car.
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Distance: 19 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 1-1.5 hours
3. San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway aka "Million Dollar Hwy"
Why you should go: Eye-popping views on jaw-dropping roads.
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Distance: 236 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 6 hours
4. Top of the Rockies National Scenic Byway
Why you should go: A monumental mountain highway ringed by towering peaks.
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Distance: 82 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 2 hours
5. Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway
Why you should go: Visit the Four Corners and navigate through stunning southwestern scenery.
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Distance: 480-miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 9 hours
6. Highway of Legends Scenic and Historic Byway
Why you should go: Take a step back in time to a remote — and legendary — corner of the state.
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Distance: 82 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 2 hours
7. West Elk Loop Scenic and Historic Byway
Why you should go: Equal parts mountain wilderness and charming mountain towns.
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Distance: 205 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 6-8 hours
Why you should go: Bag your first 14er — and save your lungs for the breathtaking scenery.
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Distance: 49 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 2 hours
Why you should go: An accessible Front Range outing that doesn’t skimp on the backdrop.
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Distance: 22 miles
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Drive time without stops: 1 hour
10. Dinosaur Diamond Scenic and Historic Byway
Why you should go: Drive through a remote expanse where the dinosaurs once roamed.
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Distance: 134 miles
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Drive time without stops: Approx. 2-3 hours
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