In the late 1980’s me and a buddy took my Bronco from Silverton to Telluride over an above-tree line road. The road got real narrow with steep drop-offs, and on the way down we came up a station wagon heading up in our direction. My palms were sweaty as a mother and her three kiddos nonchalantly passed by us. Then on the final leg downhill my brakes vapor-locked, but I was able coast to a stop alongside a grove of aspen trees.
I lived in Telluride and had a new Scout II. A Marine Corps buddy and I decided to take Black Bear Pass. I had three sets of tires. One for regular driving, one for off-roading ad one more for sand. Too lazy to change out the wide sand tires we pressed on. He was driving. At one point I noticed the tires on my side were just starting to edge over the road. Very calmly I told him, "Jim, you better move to your side, the tires are over the edge of the road." He replied even more calmly, "If I do that I will scrape the mirror off the door." We made it, but weren't lazy any more.
Nice video. I lived in Telluride when True Grit was being filmed. John Wayne and Glen Campbell came into the drugstore where I worked. It was neat to see what the production team did to Ridgway to film there. They built new wooden sidewalks and aged them. Also the rock wall for the hanging was pretty neat. In one of the cuts where they are about to hang the bad guys you can see a jet flying. If you ever watched The Unsinkable Molly Brown movie, part of that was filmed near Telluride. When True Grit came out I had just gotten my drivers license so I had the car. I went to the Idarado Mining Company, picked him up and took him to the theater. There is so much to see and do there and in the surrounding area. Take the Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge railroad. Stunning. Thanks for posting this.
Looks awesome! Looking to do this drive for the first time next month. Is there a specific entrance/ exit. I wouldn’t want to be driving the wrong way.
Good day to you! I am HONDA Cross Cub senior rider from Japan. Enjoying touring , camping and video editing. It is great adventure video ! So nice ! Have a nice day my friend !!
I would have loved to see the road actually being driven into Telluride. I seems to me that the road actually stopped at the the top of a crest. Or was it just scenic overlook and that the actual road into Telluride was where You encountered that last vehicle approaching from Your left? Breathtaking scenery none-the-less.
Hey Virgil. I appreciate the comment. The dirt gravel road ended at the airport. Then if I remember correctly you turn onto a paved road When going into Telluride there is a huge Elk herd that stays out in a field. We found that to be the cherry on top of this days travel.
Great video and editing. Thanks for sharing. I'm researching this area for a July 2023 trip. Road in video appears very tame/mild as you have commented to others. In your experience or opinion would a superduty crew cab 4x4 with 16 foot flatbed trailer have any issues navigating this trail North to South?
Thank you so much. As per your question I would not recommend it. There are tight spots. It is a relatively short trail so maybe leave trailer behind in a safe area treat it as an out and back trail. Trails have different views doing that. Enjoy this area. It's amazing.
@@copelandingadventures Thanks for the reply and advice. Just researching and planning so this helps. Enjoy your adventures and keep the video's coming.
I would have enjoyed this video at a slower speed. At times you were traveling so fast I found myself watching the road instead of the scenery. You were lucky you only met one other vehicle. Were you trying to see how fast you could drive this road ?
Looks like this would be a nightmare if there's oncoming traffic, is that something to be concerned about? Or is it a one direction road, looks like there's very few spots to pull over. I want to do this drive in July of this year coming up soon. Any info or advice would be greatly appreciated
Hello Wesley. I highly recommend this drive. I wouldn’t be concerned about passing. Everyone works together when the need arises. We are all out there for the same reason. Just go slow and be mindful of the edge. If two vehicles meet on a steep narrow road and neither vehicle can pass, the vehicle facing uphill has the right-of-way. The vehicle facing downhill has more control when backing up the hill. Thanks for your comment and enjoy the drive.
Always be willing to turn around if you feel uncomfortable. Let someone know where you are and if possible go with someone else. This is a pretty mild road under dry conditions. I appreciate your comment. Come back and let me know your experience.
That question is hard to answer. Several variables to consider. If it’s dry and trail in good condition probably not. I didn’t use 4x4 on this day. Good tires for sure.
I would not see why not. It is a real mild trail and so beautiful. See my other video on Ophir pass. It is doable too. As always weather and your comfort level plays a part in making that decision. A great rule is if in doubt turn around. Nothing too tight on these trails. Maybe a couple switchbacks with multi point turns. You will love these trails.
@@slalomking you will love it. Be sure to visit Ouray if possible and drive the Million dollar hiway. And when you get to Telluride there is a gravel road that takes you to the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls.
@@copelandingadventures thanks for the info, seen a video on the million dollar hwy, will definitely do that one. Thanks about the tip on the gravel road to the falls in Telluride !!!
In the late 1980’s me and a buddy took my Bronco from Silverton to Telluride over an above-tree line road. The road got real narrow with steep drop-offs, and on the way down we came up a station wagon heading up in our direction. My palms were sweaty as a mother and her three kiddos nonchalantly passed by us. Then on the final leg downhill my brakes vapor-locked, but I was able coast to a stop alongside a grove of aspen trees.
That is a great story. Albeit a bit more drama than we prefer. Lol. Thanks for sharing.
I lived in Telluride and had a new Scout II. A Marine Corps buddy and I decided to take Black Bear Pass. I had three sets of tires. One for regular driving, one for off-roading ad one more for sand. Too lazy to change out the wide sand tires we pressed on. He was driving. At one point I noticed the tires on my side were just starting to edge over the road. Very calmly I told him, "Jim, you better move to your side, the tires are over the edge of the road." He replied even more calmly, "If I do that I will scrape the mirror off the door." We made it, but weren't lazy any more.
Nice video. I lived in Telluride when True Grit was being filmed. John Wayne and Glen Campbell came into the drugstore where I worked. It was neat to see what the production team did to Ridgway to film there. They built new wooden sidewalks and aged them. Also the rock wall for the hanging was pretty neat. In one of the cuts where they are about to hang the bad guys you can see a jet flying. If you ever watched The Unsinkable Molly Brown movie, part of that was filmed near Telluride. When True Grit came out I had just gotten my drivers license so I had the car. I went to the Idarado Mining Company, picked him up and took him to the theater. There is so much to see and do there and in the surrounding area. Take the Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge railroad. Stunning. Thanks for posting this.
This is a great comment. What a great memory that would be, meeting those 2. And the jet? Now I have to check that out. Thank you for this.
Looks awesome! Looking to do this drive for the first time next month. Is there a specific entrance/ exit. I wouldn’t want to be driving the wrong way.
Hi there. No particular direction. It is beautiful. Go slow and take it all in. Enjoy and thank you for the comment.
Beautiful views ! Thank you for sharing !
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Such a beautiful drive. I've driven it in the summer and fall.
It really is! A fairly easy drive that is very rewarding.
Good day to you!
I am HONDA Cross Cub senior rider from Japan.
Enjoying touring , camping and video editing.
It is great adventure video !
So nice !
Have a nice day my friend !!
Thank you for your comments. Enjoy the outdoors.
Drove this last Thanksgiving. Just stunning
It is a very beautiful drive and not all that technical. I appreciate your support. Keep on exploring.
A riding buddy and I did that back in 2014. I was on my 2013 Vstrom and he was on a BMW. It was a nice ride.
One of the best no doubt for views. We appreciate your feedback.
The lupines, sunflowers & paintbrush are in full bloom today, the 4th!🇱🇷
I am happy to hear that. If only I were there. Enjoy and I appreciate your comment.
I would have loved to see the road actually being driven into Telluride. I seems to me that the road actually stopped at the the top of a crest. Or was it just scenic overlook and that the actual road into Telluride was where You encountered that last vehicle approaching from Your left?
Breathtaking scenery none-the-less.
Hey Virgil. I appreciate the comment. The dirt gravel road ended at the airport. Then if I remember correctly you turn onto a paved road When going into Telluride there is a huge Elk herd that stays out in a field. We found that to be the cherry on top of this days travel.
Wonderful video
Thanks Chris. I will get better as I learn. Stay tuned. I appreciate your support.
As you know it is epic out there. I look forward to more of your vids. I have more coming.
It doesn't start in Ridgway rather the Dallas Divide
In the fall of the year this is the most awesome ride in Colorado
I agree. Magical Colorado.
Great colors in this video!!!
How do you keep the hood of that truck so shiny???
Good question Charley. Slight bit of rain before we got there held the dust down. Lol
Wow!!!!
I am glad you enjoyed. Thank you!
Great video and editing. Thanks for sharing. I'm researching this area for a July 2023 trip. Road in video appears very tame/mild as you have commented to others. In your experience or opinion would a superduty crew cab 4x4 with 16 foot flatbed trailer have any issues navigating this trail North to South?
Thank you so much. As per your question I would not recommend it. There are tight spots. It is a relatively short trail so maybe leave trailer behind in a safe area treat it as an out and back trail. Trails have different views doing that. Enjoy this area. It's amazing.
@@copelandingadventures Thanks for the reply and advice. Just researching and planning so this helps. Enjoy your adventures and keep the video's coming.
I enjoyed this video much better at 3/4 speed.
I appreciate your time. I am ready to go back there.
I did this ride a few weeks ago, absolutely worth it!
It is an easy road. Just the shelf road pucker factor for some folks I suppose. Thanks for your comment.
I would have enjoyed this video at a slower speed. At times you were traveling so fast I found myself watching the road instead of the scenery. You were lucky you only met one other vehicle. Were you trying to see how fast you could drive this road ?
Looks like this would be a nightmare if there's oncoming traffic, is that something to be concerned about? Or is it a one direction road, looks like there's very few spots to pull over. I want to do this drive in July of this year coming up soon. Any info or advice would be greatly appreciated
Hello Wesley. I highly recommend this drive. I wouldn’t be concerned about passing. Everyone works together when the need arises. We are all out there for the same reason. Just go slow and be mindful of the edge. If two vehicles meet on a steep narrow road and neither vehicle can pass, the vehicle facing uphill has the right-of-way. The vehicle facing downhill has more control when backing up the hill. Thanks for your comment and enjoy the drive.
@@copelandingadventures sounds good, really appreciate the advice, will definitely be doing this road soon
Do you have any tips for newbies wanting to drive to and through such places?
Always be willing to turn around if you feel uncomfortable. Let someone know where you are and if possible go with someone else. This is a pretty mild road under dry conditions. I appreciate your comment. Come back and let me know your experience.
Do i really Need a four wheel drive vehicle for ride this trail?
That question is hard to answer. Several variables to consider. If it’s dry and trail in good condition probably not. I didn’t use 4x4 on this day. Good tires for sure.
I really want to take this drive when I visit Colorado. Do you think a stock 4x4 Grand Cherokee or similar would be fine when it's dry?
Absolutely! Check out the Mattie Ross house from John Waynes True Grit while you are there. Thanks for watching.
What season did you do this in?
I believe it was the end of August or first part of September. It’s a very nice drive.
Loved seeing the condition of the road. Considering this drive in our Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. Lifted 2” with 4WD. Seems it would be passable?
Your Trailhawk will do fine. It is an easy trail especially when dry. Check out my Ophir pass video. It is a great one as well.
It should be very doable for your vehicle. Pick a good line in a couple spots and be golden. Enjoy!
A friend of mine did it in his 1985 VW Vanagon, I was in my stock Gladiator. No issues. Enjoy! Flowers were amazing mid June.
We had a great time. Easy drive in the Trailhawk. Beautiful scenery along the way!
What is your camera setup?
I used dji osmos action camera and dji air 2s drone in this video.
Beautiful drive.. would a regular car endure this trail?
Depends on your definition of regular car is. I would say not a car. Need some clearance and if wet 4x4 will be safer.
Is it Ridgway or Ridgeway?
Ridgeway is how they spell it. Thanks for the question. However you spell it it is a wonderful drive.
Hi, we have a 4wd Suburban. You think it could make it? Any real tight turns?
I would not see why not. It is a real mild trail and so beautiful. See my other video on Ophir pass. It is doable too. As always weather and your comfort level plays a part in making that decision. A great rule is if in doubt turn around. Nothing too tight on these trails. Maybe a couple switchbacks with multi point turns. You will love these trails.
@@copelandingadventures thanks, trying to get out there within a year.
@@slalomking you will love it. Be sure to visit Ouray if possible and drive the Million dollar hiway. And when you get to Telluride there is a gravel road that takes you to the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls.
@@copelandingadventures thanks for the info, seen a video on the million dollar hwy, will definitely do that one. Thanks about the tip on the gravel road to the falls in Telluride !!!
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You misspelled Ridgway
Thanks Gary! Much appreciated.
Wonderful Video
Thank you very much!