The 26 scenic byways of Colorado connect the dots between historic sites and acres of majestic scenery that span red-rock canyons, the peaks of the Rocky Mountains and sun-kissed prairies.
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West Elk Loop
Mountains & Mesas
Rockies Playground
Start in the Roaring Fork Valley, where the hideaway of Carbondale takes in the view of Mount Sopris (12,953 feet) and welcomes visitors with galleries and boutiques — part of the Carbondale Creative …
Top of the Rockies
Pikes Peak Wonders
Rockies Playground
Start your byway tour in the high-altitude town of Minturn . Wedged between the world-class resort towns of Vail to the east and Beaver Creek to the west, Minturn finds itself in a unique position …
San Juan Skyway
Mountains & Mesas
In 2012, Travel + Leisure named the San Juan Skyway one of "America's Best Spring Drives" for its million-dollar views. Drive it in fall for shimmering autumn hues. You’ll start and end your tour in …
Dinosaur Diamond
Mountains & Mesas
The Great West
Dinosaurs were prolific in this area and have since left their mark on the land in the form of fossils and footprints. Long after these massive animals disappeared from this part of Colorado, the …
Silver Thread
Mountains & Mesas
Mystic San Luis Valley
Start your journey in South Fork , where the road cuts through mountains, and in summer, everything is cast in a bright glow. Your drive wouldn’t be complete without a stop at South Fork Malt Shoppe …