Fall is the time for adventures, and we’re more than ready to take full advantage of the cool weather and incredibly autumn scenery. This fall, take a scenic drive on the San Juan Skyway, a 236-mile long road with stunning scenic views and beautiful fall foliage that ranks among the best road trips in the USA.

The San Juan Scenic Byway is the crown jewel in Colorado's Scenic and Historic Byway collection. It's easily one of the most beautiful drives in the entire state.
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The 236-mile byway traverses the San Juan Mountains from Durango to Cortez. It's also been called the Million Dollar Highway, due to the high cost of its construction.
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This winding road can be dangerous with steep drop offs. Pay attention - some spots don't have guardrails.
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The Skyway climbs as high as 10,910 feet in elevation. Plan on pulling over often along the way, so you can take in gorgeous autumn vistas like this.
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The San Juan Skyway truly is a gem. The entire route will take about seven hours to drive, assuming that you don't stop. Consider making this a weekend trip with an overnight stay along the way.

Have you driven the San Juan Skyway this fall? Share your photos with us in the comments!

For more fall fun in Colorado, take a look at these 11 of the best things you can possibly do this season.

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