Day 7, Tuedsay, 6/24, The Million Dollar Highway

Today we took it easy and rode from Montrose to Silverton and back via the Million Dollar Highway. The highway works its way across Red Mountain Pass and in the 1880s revolutionized the way the rich silver ore could be transported down from the mines.  Its famous for the curves, dropoffs and views.  We took our time and plenty of pics.

Do I look at the curve or the view?

They aren't kidding about 20 mph

Classic Colorado - snow capped peaks & beef cows

The Amphitheater near Ouray

Would you like to go for a little mcy ride - anyone?

The rail from mining operations near the summit of Red Mountain Pass, 11075ft

Curves curves when there is so much to look at....