A paved road to South Pass in WY

South Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.499m (8,198ft) above the sea level, located in Fremont County, in southwestern Wyoming, USA.

South Pass

Is the road to South Pass in Wyoming paved?

Set high in the Rocky Mountains, the road to the summit is totally paved. It’s called Wyoming Highway 28, known as the South Pass Highway. The road generally follows the route followed by settlers on the Oregon Trail and passes through the famous ghost towns of South Pass City and Atlantic City, filled with great history.

How long is the road to South Pass in Wyoming?

The pass road is 106km (66.1 miles) long, running from US-287 road to Farson. Access to the pass is typically open all year round, with the occasional closure in winters due to dangerous weather conditions.