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03-17-2018, 05:50 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Windsport 29M
State: Wisconsin
Posts: 12
THOR #10804
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Million Dollar Hwy. 550 in Colorado.
Has anyone taken this route from Montrose to Silverton? We have a Windsport 29M with the V10 and wonder if there should be any concerns. Thanks
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03-17-2018, 09:54 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 30.1
State: Colorado
Posts: 388
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It’s not a bad road, but the section climbing out of Ouray is steep and has multiple switchbacks. You can make it without risking your rig, but plan on slow and steady. It is beautiful though, especially northbound as you get fantastic view of Ouray and realize why they call it the Switzerland of the Rockies.
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2017 Thor ACE 30.1
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03-17-2018, 09:55 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: outlaw 37ls
State: Europe
Posts: 230
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highway
scary in a pick up, motorhome??? one mistake and over over the edge and 2000ft till you land, and i think there is a tunnel to with low overhead
Million Dollar Highway
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03-17-2018, 09:59 PM
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Brand: DRV
State: Texas
Posts: 678
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Have been between Ouray and Silverton several times--with a TT, then fifth wheel. Not really any problem if you pay attention to the road and not the scenery...there are several places with enough room to pull off and get out for pics. Real problem is the traffic in summer months.
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03-17-2018, 10:00 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: outlaw 37ls
State: Europe
Posts: 230
THOR #6831
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a photo of the view
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03-17-2018, 10:02 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: outlaw 37ls
State: Europe
Posts: 230
THOR #6831
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a photo 
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03-18-2018, 12:25 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 34J
State: Michigan
Posts: 238
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Scariest road I have ever been on. I deleted the contents of my dash cam. The view was amazing but I was squealing like a baby most of the way.
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03-18-2018, 03:09 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
State: Texas
Posts: 6,187
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Quote:
Originally Posted by captmetal
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Impressive — thanks for picture. I’ve driven the road between Silverton and Durango a couple of times, but haven’t gone north of Silverton. That picture is very different than I recall the road to the south — will have to check it out next time in the area. The drop off down to river reminds me of views from narrow gauge railroad that travels between Durango and Silverton.
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03-18-2018, 10:53 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 31W
State: Michigan
Posts: 542
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I drove from Durango to Silverton and then hung a right through Engineer Pass to Lake City. 4WD road once you pass Animas Forks ghosttown. Incredible views!
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03-18-2018, 07:47 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Windsport 29M
State: Wisconsin
Posts: 12
THOR #10804
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WOW, is this picture facing North or South? I think I'd rather be on the inside lane!!! I have always loved Ouray. I can't wait to go back there!!!
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07-18-2018, 02:08 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 34F
State: Oklahoma
Posts: 628
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chance
Impressive — thanks for picture. I’ve driven the road between Silverton and Durango a couple of times, but haven’t gone north of Silverton. That picture is very different than I recall the road to the south — will have to check it out next time in the area. The drop off down to river reminds me of views from narrow gauge railroad that travels between Durango and Silverton.
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Yeah, made you pay close attention to your driving. Pretty scenery but not many pullouts. Oh yeah Silverton was Ok for pix too.
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07-18-2018, 03:55 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 31S
State: Texas
Posts: 4,182
THOR #6411
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Most fun is when you are passed by an gasoline tanker on a switch back with all 7 tires on the center-line.
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2016 Hurricane 31S
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07-18-2018, 06:42 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Windsport 34P
State: Florida
Posts: 29
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Wouldn't try in the near future due to the flash flooding north of Durango. I believe that it is incredibly rude and inconsiderate to drive a large motorhome or 5th wheel on the stretch between Ouray and Silverton.
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07-18-2018, 07:16 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 27K
State: California
Posts: 623
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Towed a trailer over it, never tried it in the MH. My grand father helped build that road. Now that would have been hair raising. Try calling the Colorado traveler information line 303-639-1111 or maybe the Highway Patrol
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