How many people have died at Red Mountain Pass?

Colorado Department of Transportation spokeswoman Nancy Shanks says no one has been killed by an avalanche on Red Mountain Pass since the agency started working with the Colorado Avalanche Information Center in 1992. Bayfield resident Eric Petranek plunged 330 feet off Red Mountain Pass on March 25, 2011.

How steep is Red Mountain Pass?

8%
The pass is known for being treacherous in the wintertime. due to the steep 8% grade (slope) on the north side facing Ouray It winds up and down steep grades with a massive drop-off on one side. The drop is a sheer cliff in many parts.

Is Red Mountain Pass open now?

SOUTHWEST CDOT UPDATE: US 550 Red Mountain Pass is now open.

Is Red Mountain Pass paved?

The pass is known for being treacherous in the wintertime due to the steep 8% grade and switchbacks on the north side facing Ouray, though the entire road is paved.

How scary is Red Mountain Pass?

Red Mountain Pass is the highest point on that road. It is also one of the most dangerous sections during the winter, because of its steep grade and lack of guardrails.

How long is Red Mountain Pass?

25 mile
Often referred to as the “Million Dollar Highway,” the Red Mountain Pass is a 25 mile stretch of scenic highway that’s part of U.S. 550. You will find this scenic route along the San Juan Mountains (American Alps). It is situated between Silverton and Ouray, about 20 miles north of Molas Pass.

Is driving up Pikes Peak scary?

The Pikes Peak scenic drive is nothing short of spectacular while being very scary for some. While Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park and Road to the Sun in Glacier National Park are even more spectacular, Pikes Peak drive is hands down more adventurous with its steep climbs sharp turns.

Where is the Red Mountain Pass in Colorado?

Colorado Web Cams Red Mountain Pass Cams, Colorado Red Mountain Pass, elevation 11,018 ft (3,358 m), is a mountain pass in the San Juan Mountains of western Colorado. It is traversed by the Million Dollar Highway (aka U.S. Highway 550) between Ouray and Silverton.

How do I check the snow conditions at Red Mountain Resort?

Check the live weather via our Red Mountain Resort webcams and view the current snow conditions for Red Mountain Resort as they change throughout the day. The live video / webcam images overlook some of the 119 pistes/trails, 6 lifts or the village in Red Mountain Resort ski resort.

What is the Red Mountain snow archive?

The archive provides skiers and snowboarders with a simple way to view earlier snowfall events and the subsequent impact the weather has had on the snow quality in Red Mountain Resort.