Depart from Ouray, Colorado. Climb through the ruins of the Upper Camp Bird to the renowned 13,000 ft summit of Imogene Pass. Descend into Telluride through the ghost town of the Tomboy Mine for lunch. In the afternoon, explore the Alta Lakes ghost town amidst groves of Aspen and Spruce. Return via Ophir Pass, winding up the narrow and rugged Ophir toll road. This trip can be a good choice for wildlife watching as both deer, sheep, beaver and sometimes moose are spotted on this trail. This is also a wonderful all-day experience for the traveler looking for a thorough introduction to the history, geography and landscape of the area, without committing to the more extreme experience of Black Bear Pass.
Highlights
Lots of History
Wildlife Habitat
Includes Imogene Summit
Travel the 1st Toll Road
Adult (13 to 99 yrs)
$231 full day
Child (4 to 12 yrs)
$137 full day
Due to limited interest, we offer this as a private tour at stated prices and must have a minimum of 3 passengers. Please call our office for booking.
“We didn’t know anything about Ophir Pass and the areas on the other side of the mountain. Alta Lakes was also a treat… thoroughly enjoyed our trip”
Ophir & Imogene Pass Tour: This all-day tour departs from Ouray, Colorado and travels over the acclaimed summit of Imogene Pass and down into Telluride. After lunch, enjoy the history and beauty of the Alta Lakes area complete with ghost towns and thick groves of Aspen and Spruce.Then, continue on through the quaint mining town of Ophir. As you climb out of the valley, wind up the narrow Ophir toll road, all the while watching for wildlife as this is a favorite trail for both deer and sheep. This is a wonderful first experience for the traveler looking for a thorough introduction to the history, geography and landscape of the area.
Please note: This itinerary may not be available if Black Bear Tour has already been booked for the same day, this is due to limited drivers for this route.
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