Scenic & Historic Byways
There’s nothing like setting out on the open road and seeing where Colorado can take you. No state in the nation boasts more
nationally designated scenic byways than Colorado. But while you may think this has to do solely with the immaculate scenery of Colorado, think again. These byways trace timeless routes of historic and cultural significance, and their status as America’s Byways® is a testament to the inter-linked communities that have worked so hard to preserve their heritage. In addition to the 10 nationally designated byways, Colorado also boasts 15 Scenic & Historic Byways recognized by the state for their historic, cultural and scenic value. All told, the byways make Colorado the ultimate road trip destination in America. In Colorado, all roads really do lead to adventure. Click here to Signup for the Scenic Byways Virtual Guide.
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Retrace the steps of historic and prehistoric Santa Fe Trail travelers.
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Tours the communities of Cripple Creek, Victor, Canon City, Florence and Florissant. Enjoy the rustic roads, visit museums, see historic gold camps, fossils and much...
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Passes through Colorado and Utah. Stunning scenery fossil quarries and museums are clustered along this route.
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Crosses the divide of South Platte and Clear Creek watersheds.
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Designated a National Scenic Byway in 1998.
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This byway connects Fort Collins to North Park.
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Alpine forests, mining towns, cattle ranges and Indian ruins.
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One of the best places to catch a glimpse of bighorn sheep.
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Marked the intersection of various territories.
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Crosses the arid terrain once home to the Ancestral Puebloans.
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