Milk Cow Pass
Usa, north-america
N/A
3,354 m
extreme
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, listen up! Let me tell you about Milk Cow Pass in Colorado's Saguache County. We're talking serious altitude here - 11,004 feet! You'll find this gem tucked away inside the Rio Grande National Forest.
Now, a word of warning: this isn't your Sunday drive kind of road. County Road 26A is a gravel 4x4 track, so leave the low riders at home. You'll need some clearance and a bit of off-road skill. Keep an eye on the weather, because things can get hairy up there. Think avalanches, heavy snow, landslides... not exactly postcard material. Expect a rocky, potentially muddy ride, but the views? Absolutely worth it. Get ready for some epic scenery!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,354 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
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