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162. Driving San Juan County Road 2 in Colorado for Ghost Towns, Gulches and Big Views

162. Driving San Juan County Road 2 in Colorado for Ghost Towns, Gulches and Big Views

Update: 2025-10-09
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San Juan County Road 2 winds through ghost towns, waterfalls, and mining ruins, and it also links Cinnamon and Engineer Pass. You will see some of the best views in the San Juans. In this episode, we share our favorite stops along the way — from Maggie Gulch to Animas Forks — plus other spur trails that make this route unforgettable.



Whether you’re planning your own Alpine Loop adventure or just love Colorado mountain history, San Juan County Road 2 is the perfect blend of beauty, accessibility, and backcountry charm.


 


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162. Driving San Juan County Road 2 in Colorado for Ghost Towns, Gulches and Big Views

162. Driving San Juan County Road 2 in Colorado for Ghost Towns, Gulches and Big Views

Tony and Kristen Faiola