Victor Pass: a road through mining history in Colorado
Victor Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,115m (10,219ft) above sea level, located in Teller County, in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Where is Victor Pass?
The pass is located west of Colorado Springs, in the central part of Colorado.
How long is the road through Victor Pass?
The road to the summit is totally paved but steep in parts. It’s called Teller County Road 81. The pass road is 10.94km (6.8 miles) long, running from the City of Victor to CO-67 road.
Is the road through Victor Pass worth the drive?
Tucked away in the Rocky Mountains, north of Victor, the drive gives visitors a look at local mining history. It offers stunning views of many 14,000′ peaks in the distance.