The Million Dollar Highway in Colorado

Would you drive the million dollar highway in between 📍Ouray, CO and 📍Silverton, CO? The million dollar highway is said to be one of the most beautiful and scenic routes in the US. It is 25 miles and goes between 📍Silverton and 📍Ouray. Why it has its name is unknown but it is thought to cost a million dollars per mile to build. When you go over Red Mountain Pass you will reach 11,018 feet in elevation. Driving this road requires going slow and at times it will be closed due to safety risk. There are no guard rails with steep grades and cliffs. ❗️Note: This is not current conditions and the video is sped up Follow @coloradomountaintowns for more Colorado recommendations 🏔️