Alpine Loop Status
OPEN
It is important to check the status before traveling, as closures may occur due to traffic impediments or natural events such as rockfalls, mudslides, or floods. Travelers should use caution in the early season due to cold weather and precipitation in the high country that could cause ice, snow, and mud.
About the Loop
The Alpine Loop Backcountry Byway is a network of four-wheel drive roads, open seasonally that connect Lake City, Ouray, and Silverton. It traverses passes up to 12,800 feet while showcasing old mines, ghost towns, natural wonders, beautiful wildflowers, and abundant wildlife.
