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Colorado trip in planning
- Thread starter jakesz28
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Ouray is a fantastic area to spend time and hit the trails. I haven't camped; I've always stayed in cabins. Keep an eye on trail conditions as Black Bear Pass traditionally opens about July 4 but it can be later if there's late snow. Be sure to explore Engineer Pass and nearby areas, including Alpine. You of course need to drive the Million Dollar Highway between Silverton and Ouray.
Best burgers are Maggie's Kitchen. Good BBQ in Silverton at Thee Pitts Again.
If you don't have this book already - get it! https://funtreks.com/product/guide-to-colorado-backroads-4-wheel-drive-trails-4th-edition/
Best burgers are Maggie's Kitchen. Good BBQ in Silverton at Thee Pitts Again.
If you don't have this book already - get it! https://funtreks.com/product/guide-to-colorado-backroads-4-wheel-drive-trails-4th-edition/
rascole
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Sounds like alrock needs to plan a H4O trip. These are high on my bucket list, just below Rubicon.
LagunaH1
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Veeeeeery interesting. I wonder if a Power Wagon will fit on those tight switchbacks on... is it Black Bear pass that leads into Ouray?
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No. You do not want to take a full size anything onto Black Bear Pass, not just for the switchbacks but also some narrow spots on the trail. Black Bear pass starts south of Ouray and leads into Telluride. Then you can take roads back to Ouray, or take Imogene Pass back to Ouray. While Black Bear Pass is a one way road, Imogene can be taken in either direction.
I have pondered the idea of an H4O trip to Ouray. It can only be done in July or August as that's when all trails are open. We'd have to plan plenty in advance and try and book a block of rooms. Maybe 2022?
LagunaH1
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It could be a pretty awesome H4O event. I’m interested for sure
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Not for the turns. Will be tight on some areas but you'd be fine
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LagunaH1
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Cuz, you see.... H2's are not full size :giggle:
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You jumped on that even faster than I thought you would! I think an H2 could hug the inside wall better than a pickup, moving it over an inch or two. Shorter wheelbase would also help.
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LagunaH1
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LagunaH1
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I could probably get Chris to weld a Rancho lift on to my Power Wagon.... :-D
My ZR2 has the same wheel base as a H3t.
Here is a power wagon. Then a couple full size Fords.
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