How to drive the unpaved road to Ruby Peak in Colorado?
Ruby Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.738m (12,263ft) above sea level, located in Gunnison County, in the US state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads of Colorado.
Where is Ruby Peak?
The peak is located in the central part of Colorado, within the Gunnison National Forest.
Is the road to Ruby Peak unpaved?
The road to the summit is an old mining road, totally unpaved, with significant rock debris and large stones. A high-clearance 4x4 vehicle is required. It is prone to landslides and tree falls.
Is the road to Ruby Peak open year-round?
Set high in the Ruby Range of the Rocky Mountains, the road to Mount Owen is strictly seasonal. It is completely impassable from October to June, buried under heavy snowpack.
Pic&more info: http://www.co-runner.com/2010/09/ruby-peak-mt-owen.html