Can't tell how many times I've driven this stretch either way, going as far back as 1972. Never a dull moment by day, and an easy passage by night. Excellent labelling of mountains and main features - thanks. Very good side trips to the west of 285 to Weston Pass and up Four Mile Road to Leavick and the Hilltop Mine for those with a little more time south of Fairplay. Keep of the good work and posting. And - Antero Junction or Bust!
Love that you're on the beaten path once again in Colorado. You really get to see the state in a way that you won't if you're only driving on the Interstate.
I drove Rt 285 from Littleton to Mt Princeton. Amazing resort there. Buena Vista is an awesome place. Then drove Rt 24 to C Springs. Still can't believe I was actually there. All the mountains are breath taking. Was there beginning of June and mountains still had no on them.
I've driven 285 between Denver and Fairplay but never went further. Thanks for a trip in some of the country I have not seen in Colorado yet. Inspiration for future drives in the state in the years to come as I go out there once a year.
Ohhhh... this is so beautiful. One of my favorite drives in all of Colorado. It's been several years since I was out here, but you're making me want to head out west to the high country again. Roll on springtime!
At 1:57 there’s an abandoned bridge below the current alignment. I’ve traced it northeastwards from here but haven’t seen any remnant from here back towards BV. Only thing it’s used for now is conduit for phone lines. Also, if anyone continues past Fairplay on SH 9, the next town you hit is Alma. Follow the speed limit! Those cops are jerks since there’s nothing else for them to do.
What a beautiful drive on such a beautiful clear day. Ive driven the stretch between Fairplay and Breckenridge those mountains get even more spectacular the closer you get to them. Keep up the good work. Do you have any videos of driving through the Million Dollar Highway between Ouray and Silverton?
Thank you! That US-550 Million Dollar Highway is pretty high on my bucket list. I want to experience it in person. It's just kinda out of the way but its worth the excursion from the pictures and videos I've seen of the road.
That picnic area right before you get to Johnson Village is pretty near and relaxful. I stopped there while I was on my way to Independence Pass. Grilling while being able to see the Collegiate Peaks, so amazing.
