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Driving Colorado's Million Dollar Highway

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πŸ‘οΈ 126K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 10:19

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a three day trip through Colorado, beginning in Montrose and traveling through the town of Ridgeway. The creator describes Ridgeway as a charming, ranch style town that feels reminiscent of Montana or Wyoming and notes its connection to the filming of the original True Grit movie. After exploring the downtown area and visiting a local visitor center, the journey continues toward the Million Dollar Highway. The creator provides a detailed account of driving this scenic route, noting the intense landscape colors and the inherent risks of the narrow roads with few shoulders. The drive is described as spectacular but sketchy due to the cliff edges and potential for mudslides during rain. The trip concludes with a visit to the mining town of Silverton, which the creator characterizes as a unique blend of Western and Victorian styles. Throughout the video, the creator also discusses the practicalities of RV living, including the importance of using a reliable no freeze water hose to prevent frozen pipes in cold temperatures.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've made it to Montrose Colorado and sometimes this is just the way the cookie crumbles

the million dollar highway is considered one of the most spectacular scenic drives in the country

it's absolutely stunning the Majesty of the landscape is just it hits you right here you know

this is a cool little mining town you know it's in this kind of remote part of the uh the Western San Juan mountains

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Drive slow and careful on the Million Dollar Highway due to lack of shoulders and potential rock slides
βœ“Use a no freeze water hose to avoid frozen pipes in cold temperatures

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Driving sketchy highways with no guardrails β€” Drive slow, drive careful, and enjoy the stunning landscape

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the Million Dollar Highway like to drive?
QWhat are the towns along the route like?

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Montrose1Β½ Happy Bacon
Ouray3Β½ Happy Bacon
Ridgeway4 Happy Bacon
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