CO · Telluride
Black Bear Pass
ExtremeNational Forest
Black Bear Pass
Telluride, CO
Length
8 mi
Run time
4 h
Max elev.
12,840 ft
A one-way descent from 12,840 ft Black Bear Pass into Telluride. The infamous switchbacks above Bridal Veil Falls are jaw-dropping — and unforgiving. No turning around.
Route map
Open in Google MapsRecommended rig
Short-wheelbase, lockers, low gears, and nerve
Typically open
July · August · September
Waypoints
Red Mountain Pass Top
37.8878, -107.7361
Black Bear Pass Summit
37.8842, -107.7517
Steps & Switchbacks
37.9131, -107.7894
Bridal Veil Falls
37.9281, -107.7997
Telluride
37.9375, -107.8123
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