A sensational road to Lobo Overlook
Usa, north-america
4.02 km
3,585 m
extreme
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, listen up! You HAVE to check out Lobo Overlook in Mineral County, Colorado! Perched way up at 11,761 feet, the views of the San Juan Mountains and towards Pagosa Springs are seriously mind-blowing.
Getting there is half the fun. County Road 402 winds its way up, and while it's dirt, it's usually graded pretty well – at least until you get close to the top. It can get a little bumpy near the end, but I cruised it in a little sedan without any problems. You don't need 4WD unless you're tackling it in snow, which is common from October/November on (and remember, it's not plowed!). Keep your eyes peeled for other drivers because the road gets narrow in spots, and pulling over can be tricky.
Trust me, the 360-degree views are worth the white knuckles! The road itself is a blast – a twisty, turny delight with killer views of the San Juans. Just remember, you're high up, so take it easy and watch out for altitude sickness and unpredictable mountain weather, anytime of the year. "Lobo" means "wolf" in Spanish, so keep an eye out! At the summit, you'll find picnic tables, a bathroom, and a radio tower. From US-160, it's a 2.5-mile climb, gaining about 930 feet with an average gradient of 7%. Get ready for some seriously epic photos!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 4.02 km
- Max Elevation
- 3,585 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
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