The journey
Travel between Montrose and Pagosa Springs, choosing a mountain route that suits the season and your confidence behind the wheel.
Make it your day
Set out
Begin in Montrose and choose your route toward Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
Along the way
Travel between Montrose and Pagosa Springs, choosing a mountain route that suits the season and your confidence behind the wheel. Compare the US 550/US 160 approach with the alternative via US 50 and Colorado Route 149.
Arrive
Finish in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. This is a one-way journey; a return drive is not included.
Choose the exact roads and stops when planning your drive. Check seasonal access, reservations, weather, and opening times before setting out. Photographs show the named destination or an optional stop, not every view along the drive.