Roads: Steep Grades

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Significant uphill or downhill sections that may challenge vehicle performance, braking systems, or towing capabilities.

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Mountain Passes
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Million Dollar Highway

The Million Dollar Highway is one of the most spectacular—and most intimidating—drives in North America. This stretch of US-550 between Ouray and Silverton traverses steep mountain terrain with dramatic drop-offs, Read More
Hazards
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Pedernales Falls Rd at Flat Creek

The entire area out here is called the “hill country” for a good reason: there are lots of hills! However, this particular point on the road goes well beyond any Read More