Red Mountain

A section of US Route 550 that runs from Silverton to Ouray in Colorado is knows as "The Million Dollar Highway", and it's a thrilling (or terrifying) ride. Narrow roads, steep cliff walls, dizzying drop-offs....and no guard rails. It all makes for a white-knucke drive, albeit one with breath-taking views. There's some conjecture about the origin of the name - some say it's because it cost a million dollars to create, others say it's because of the million dollar views. Either way, it's a drive you won't soon forget. #colorado #ouray #milliondollarhighway #silverton #roadtrip #beautifuldrives
A section of US Route 550 that runs from Silverton to Ouray in Colorado is knows as "The Million Dollar Highway", and it's a thrilling (or terrifying) ride. Narrow roads, steep cliff walls, dizzying drop-offs....and no guard rails. It all makes for a white-knucke drive, albeit one with breath-taking views. There's some conjecture about the origin of the name - some say it's because it cost a million dollars to create, others say it's because of the million dollar views. Either way, it's a drive you won't soon forget. #colorado #ouray #milliondollarhighway #silverton #roadtrip #beautifuldrives
Always interesting driving on Red Mountain Pass. Just when you think it's the blizzards that are dangerous, remember to look up.
This is a wonderful mining district right along Highway 550 in Colorado. You can access it even closer via road 31.

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Hilton Denver City Center

Hilton Denver City Center

4 out of 5
Downtown Denver
Price was ￥262,365, price is now ￥231,224 per person
￥231,224
per person
Apr 5 - Apr 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Denver (DEN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,092 reviews)
Room was very clean, staff was kind and patient in busy times. Food from restaurant fast and tasty. Wish there was a pool or small spa.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Patterson Inn

Patterson Inn

3.5 out of 5
Capitol Hill
Price was ￥292,775, price is now ￥250,795 per person
￥250,795
per person
Apr 5 - Apr 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Denver (DEN)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (750 reviews)
I loved staying at the Patterson. Lovely room/house with the most comfortable bed I've slept in. The entire staff was amazing and so friendly. Walkable area with restaurant and things to do.

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center

Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center

4 out of 5
Downtown Denver
Price was ￥295,557, price is now ￥263,623 per person
￥263,623
per person
Apr 5 - Apr 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Denver (DEN)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,164 reviews)
Excellent experience overall

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

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SIlverton, CO

Silverton Mountain Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Silverton with a visit to Silverton Mountain Ski Resort. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Silverton Mountain Ski Resort
Snow Wall Along a Mountain Pass in the San Juan Mountains

Animas Forks

You can find out about the history of Silverton with a stop at Animas Forks. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.

Animas Forks
Driving along the Million Dollar Highway coming out of Ouray... #Adventure #Waterfall #Ouray #Colorado #MyBackyard

Bear Creek Falls

Explore the lovely green spaces of Bear Creek Falls and enjoy the ski slopes in Ouray. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Bear Creek Falls
depot, Silverton, Colorado, USA

Silverton Railroad Depot

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Silverton Railroad Depot during your trip to Silverton. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area, or enjoy its ski slopes.

Silverton Railroad Depot
Ouray Ice Park in the Colorado Rocky Mountains

Ouray Ice Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ouray Ice Park, a lovely green space in Ouray. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Ouray Ice Park

Imogene Pass

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Imogene Pass, a lovely green space in Ouray. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.

Imogene Pass

Best Lodging Options Near Red Mountain

The Wyman Hotel

The Wyman Hotel

3 out of 5
1371 Greene St Silverton CO
The Wyman Hotel
The Frenchman Suites

The Frenchman Suites

2 out of 5
1335 Greene St Silverton CO
The Frenchman Suites
Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs

Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs

3.5 out of 5
125 3rd Ave Ouray CO
Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs
Telluride Riverfront House with Mountain Views

Telluride Riverfront House with Mountain Views

Telluride CO
Telluride Riverfront House with Mountain Views
Smedley's Suites

Smedley's Suites

2.5 out of 5
1314 Greene Street Silverton CO
Smedley's Suites
Camel's Garden Hotel

Camel's Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
250 W. San Juan Ave. Telluride CO
Camel's Garden Hotel
Teller House

Teller House

2.5 out of 5
1250 Greene Street Silverton CO
Teller House
Creekside Side Pet Friendly Retreat

Creekside Side Pet Friendly Retreat

Silverton CO
Creekside Side Pet Friendly Retreat
The Bent Elbow Hotel

The Bent Elbow Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1114 Blair St Silverton CO
The Bent Elbow Hotel
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