The Alpine Loop Scenic Byway is Colorado's premier backcountry adventure, featuring a rugged 64-mile route through the San Juan Mountains connecting Lake City, Silverton, and Ouray. This high-altitude journey reaches 12,800 feet at Engineer Pass, showcasing dramatic alpine scenery, historic mining remnants, and pristine wilderness. The challenging terrain rewards adventurous drivers with unparalleled mountain vistas and access to ghost towns in one of Colorado's most remote regions.