Driving the Unpaved Road to Dri La Heading Deep into the High Mountains

Dri La is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4,734m (15,531ft) above sea level, located in Karub District of Qamdo, in China.

Dri La

Where is Dri La?

The pass is located in the Tibet Autonomous Region, in the southern part of the country.

Is the Road to Dri La Unpaved?

The road through the summit is entirely unpaved. It’s called 504 road. It’s a difficult drive, with narrow parts, steep sections, dangerous drops, and countless turns, including 25 hairpin turns. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended.

How Long is the Road Through Dri La?

The road is 28.7 km (17.83 miles) long, running from Ruobaxiang to Karuozhen on the G214 Road.

Is the Road Through Dri La open in winter?

Set high in the Ningjing Mountains of the Hengduan Mountains, at this elevation, the road receives heavy snowfalls and can be blocked anytime.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson

 

 

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