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Thunder_Mountai
Apr 20, 2018Explorer II
If Lauren chimed in, it's time for me. Lived in EP from 1980 to 2010. We left because of the total gridlock in EP and RMNP. I drove Trail Ridge in our 30'+ fiver several times and in our 40' MH plus toad probably 6 or 8 times. These transits were for a point to point trip. I wouldn't suggest it for sightseeing. Very limited spots to park the beast which you will want to do numerous times. Agree with everything said above. Yes, steep up and down grades, no guard rails to speak of, steep drop offs, no room to pull off to look at the scenery and winding road.I would be at the Park gate no later than 7 am. The worst part of the road are the 6 very sharp switchbacks on the west side. There is no way you can negotiate them without taking a bit of the other lane. They are doable by all means. Just be aware. If you are not confident in you mountain driving ability or have a nervous passenger, I would suggest you not go there.
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