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Silver Thread National Scenic and Historic Byway

This scenic byway traverses between 117 miles of beautiful and remote landscapes between Blue Mesa Reservoir, near Gunnison, CO, and South Fork, just outside of Creede, Colorado. Along the way, drivers can enjoy sights of abandoned mining structures, pristine forests, and dramatic mountain peaks within the San Juan Mountains.

Learn more about exploring this route by visiting Colorado.com.