A Memorable Road Trip to Stunner Pass in Colorado
Stunner Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,222m (10,570 ft) above sea level, located in Conejos County in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Where is Stunner Pass?
The pass is located west of Capulin and south of Summitville in southern Colorado, near the New Mexico border within the Rio Grande National Forest.
Why is it Called Stunner Pass?
The pass is named after the ghost town of Stunner, located near the pass. This former mining town failed due to non-producing mines and transportation issues.
Is Stunner Pass Unpaved?
The road to the pass is completely unpaved and is known as Forest Service Road 250 (FR-250). It’s a wide, graded gravel road that leads to multiple campgrounds.
How Long is Stunner Pass?
The route spans 58 km (36.0 miles), running south-north from the paved CO-17 Road to Jasper.
Is the Road Through Stunner Pass Open in Winter?
Set high in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado, the road is typically impassable in winter due to heavy snowfalls.
Pic & video: Michael Potter