One Of The Most Dangerous Roads In The World Is Right Here In Colorado

One of Colorado's most stunning drives may also be one of the most dangerous. According to both Dangerous Roads and USA Today, U.S. Route 550, which more commonly known as the Million Dollar Highway (because you'd have to pay the locals $1M to drive it during or after a snowstorm) is extremely dangerous, even claiming numerous lives and vehicles due to its steep, unprotected cliffs. Here's more on the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado, the most dangerous road in the state:

Constructed in the late 1800s, Million Dollar Road was originally intended to connect Ouray and Ironton but gradually expanded to where it is now, stretching from central New Mexico up to western Colorado.

Despite being arguably the most dangerous road in Colorado, it's also quite stunning. The views of the Uncompahgre Gorge are positively breathtaking. Just don't keep your eyes off the road for too long!

Despite a shoulder that's fairly wide, many folks are alarmed to discover that there are no guardrails along the road.

Have you driven the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado? If so, would you do it again? Do you agree that it should be considered the most dangerous road in Colorado?  Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below -- we'd love to hear from you!