Revelation Lift
Usa, north-america
N/A
3,837 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, listen up! If you're cruising around San Miguel County, Colorado and craving some serious altitude, you HAVE to check out the Revelation Lift road. We're talking about reaching a whopping 12,588 feet above sea level – that's Colorado high country at its finest!
Heads up, though: this isn't your average Sunday drive. The road, snaking its way up through the Telluride Ski Resort, is a gravelly, rocky, and bumpy affair. You'll definitely want a 4x4 for this one! Be prepared for some steep climbs and, if you're not a fan of heights, maybe sit this one out. Mother Nature calls the shots here, so expect it to be closed from October to June (snow, duh!). Even in the summer months, be ready for the chance of a snowy surprise. And don't forget that the wind up here is no joke; it's pretty much a year-round phenomenon! The views, though? Totally worth it!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,837 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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