5 Mountain Passes to Explore in Hinsdale County
Checkout places to visit in Hinsdale County
Hinsdale CountyHinsdale County is one of the 64 counties of the U.S. state of Colorado. Hinsdale County is covered by mountains, including five 14,000 and over 20 13,000 ft. peaks, and contains one of the most roadless areas in the country.
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Mountain Passes to Explore in Hinsdale County
Cinnamon PassCinnamon Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.853m above the sea level, located in San Juan County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It is a 19.2 mile 4WD route between Silverton and Lake City Colorado and is part of the well known Alpine Loop. This is one of Colorado's most scenic offroad drives and this long climb on narrowing shelf road is primarily used for off road driving and it’s accessible from May until October.
Engineer PassEngineer Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.901m above the sea level, in the U.S. state of Colorado.Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 59 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, fishing, and off-road driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Slumgullion PassSlumgullion Pass is an ultra-high mountain pass with an elevation of 11,530 ft. The north side has the steepest grade of any continuously paved road in Colorado, but the pass does not close often in winter because snowplows clear the route regularly during this season. The real Slumgullion Pass sits at about 200 feet lower in elevation on a ridge to the north and is inaccessible by vehicle, although the summit is referred to as “Slumgullion Pass.”
Spring Creek PassSpring Creek Pass is an easily accessible high mountain pass along the Continental Divide in Hinsdale County. It serves as a trailhead for two popular trails with a common route in this area, the Colorado Trail and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.
Weminuche PassWeminuche Pass is the lowest point along the Continental Divide within the Weminuche Wilderness.The trail is well defined and easy to follow. A good view point and also a photographic location.