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padredw
Nomad
Sep 22, 2016

Million Dollar Highway today (Sept 22)

We towed our 34' fifth-wheel from Ouray to Durango, Colorado today. The first time we have towed that route on US 550. It was a great experience. The golden Aspen Trees were the most impressive we have ever seen--anywhere. That was between Ouray and Silverton. Unfortunately, there was no way I could get a photo until we got to Silverton. And, more unfortunately, the weather turned cloudy, rainy, and foggy between Silverton and Durango.

I waited until I was 84 to make this historic route, and it was an entirely positive experience. I would not hesitate to do it again.

Santa Fe in the morning.
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  • Lauren's avatar
    Lauren
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2016
    We have fortunate to have had the opportunity to be there and spend time in the Fall on several occasions - and already have rv park reservations in Ouray again for a week next year. I have shot literally thousands of images but, of course, save only the best. One of our favorite places.
  • 2gypsies1's avatar
    2gypsies1
    Explorer III
    Sep 23, 2016
    At 84 and driving the Million Dollar Hwy!!! Good for you. You need a medal. :) It is definitely a beauty - especially in Fall.
  • brirene's avatar
    brirene
    Explorer
    Sep 23, 2016
    Glad you enjoyed towing it. I agree, and enjoyed it immensely. Not everyone feels that way. :) Too bad the weather turned ugly for you.
  • rv2go's avatar
    rv2go
    Explorer II
    Sep 23, 2016
    Glad that you had an enjoyable trip. We were thru there in Sept. of 2007 and saw this and more.


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