Driving an easy dirt road to Muddy Pass in Eagle County
Muddy Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,632m (8,635ft) above sea level, located in Eagle County in the US state of Colorado.
Where is Muddy Pass?
The pass is located north of Wolcott in the north-central part of Colorado.
Is Muddy Pass unpaved?
The road through the pass is totally unpaved. It’s called Muddy Creek Road. It’s an easy dirt road, navigable by most passenger vehicles in good weather.
Is Muddy Pass open in winter?
Set high at the foot of the majestic Gore Range, the road is usually open from June through November.
How long is the road through Muddy Pass?
The road is 6.1 miles (9.81km) long starting from the paved CO-131. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 452m, and the average gradient is 4.60%.
Pic: Chris Kreneck