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Mosquito Pass Trail

The Mosquito Pass Trail is the highest pass road in America, topping out at just under 13,200 feet. The road is steep and rocky, and not recommended for beginning drivers. The view from the top of the pass is amazing, offering spectacular views of the Sawatch Range and the central Rockies.


 The Basics

Location: East of Leadville in the central Rockies
Setting: High mountain pass
Surface: Dirt and rock
Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 17 miles
Time to Allow: 2 to 2.5 hours
Season: late summer to early fall



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