Overview

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Uncompahgre Tunnel Falls, located along the famous Million Dollar Highway (U.S. 550) in Colorado, offers a unique roadside adventure. The Uncompahgre River flows through a tunnel beneath the highway before cascading down a picturesque waterfall. Visitors can park on the road's shoulder and embark on a short but steep hike to the base of the falls for incredible photo opportunities. The small tunnel under the road adds an element of exploration for curious adventurers. With its easy accessibility and stunning scenery, this hidden gem provides a perfect stop for those traveling through the dramatic landscapes of southwestern Colorado.

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Fees: None

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Location

Closest City or Region: Million Dollar Highway, Colorado

Coordinates: 37.988483, -107.650022

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October 17, 2024 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Cooper Dye, Miller Dye,

Story

Thursday looked like it would be the best weather, so we decided to drive up the million dollar highway to Silverton. The drive was super pretty and we stopped and took lots of pictures of the waterfall and all the old mining ruins along the way. 

We met up with everyone else at the San Juan county historical museum and the San Juan county historical society mining heritage center. The museum was huge and had tons of awesome stuff inside. We really enjoyed it. We finished up around lunch time.

There weren't a lot of great places to have lunch and it was kind of cold and drizzly so we went over to the railroad park because it looked like they had a pavilion there. We made lunch then did some window shopping along Main Street.

On the drive back to Ouray, our vehicle stopped at the Ironton townsite on the way, where we explored several old buildings. 

We also stopped at the Bear Creek Falls overlook and were amazed at the view from the platform.

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