Independence Pass Tours

Independence Pass, originally known as Hunter Pass, is a high mountain pass in the Rocky Mountains of central Colorado in the United States. It is at elevation 12,095 ft on the Continental Divide in the Sawatch Range. 

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Independence Pass, originally known as Hunter Pass, is a high mountain pass in the Rocky Mountains of central Colorado in the United States. It is at elevation 12,095 ft on the Continental Divide in the Sawatch Range. 

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I've been abducted by mountains... and that's ok! Please leave me here to camp, explore the back roads, and make back country cinnamon rolls (ask me how!) #mountains #colorado #roadtrip
Great stop for a picnic of hard meats and cheeses
Amazingly breathtaking place and view 😍😘🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️


Independence Pass is a memorable road trip destination. Drive its winding roads and be rewarded with striking undulating landscapes and refreshing mountain air.

Situated in Aspen, this mountainous region is well worth including on your itinerary. But you'll find a great deal more to discover in this area. Braille Trail, Linkins Lake Trailhead, and Independence Ghost Town are within close reach of Independence Pass.

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Keep an eye on the weather in fall. This pass can be snow covered and icy when you do not expect it. And the drop-offs without guard rails are plentiful. Colorado Highway department has a webcam near the summit.

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Worth a drive and rest stop to take a short walk and lots of pictures

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Great biking on the East Aspen Trail

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The Gant

The Gant

4 out of 5
610 SOUTH WEST END STREET Aspen CO
The Gant
St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums

St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums

2.5 out of 5
334 W Hyman Ave Aspen CO
St. Moritz Lodge & Condominiums
Quaint House in the Woods hiking trails, pet friendly and lots of privacy

Quaint House in the Woods hiking trails, pet friendly and lots of privacy

Twin Lakes CO
Quaint House in the Woods hiking trails, pet friendly and lots of privacy
The St. Regis Aspen Resort

The St. Regis Aspen Resort

5 out of 5
315 East Dean St. Aspen CO
The St. Regis Aspen Resort
W Aspen

W Aspen

4 out of 5
550 South Spring Street Aspen CO
W Aspen
Limelight Hotel Aspen

Limelight Hotel Aspen

4 out of 5
355 S. Monarch St Aspen CO
Limelight Hotel Aspen
The Trout Retreat | Lake+Alpine Views | Fast Wifi

The Trout Retreat | Lake+Alpine Views | Fast Wifi

Twin Lakes CO
The Trout Retreat | Lake+Alpine Views | Fast Wifi
Hotel Jerome, Auberge Collection

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Collection

5 out of 5
330 E Main Street Aspen CO
Hotel Jerome, Auberge Collection
Aspen Mountain Lodge

Aspen Mountain Lodge

2.5 out of 5
311 W Main St Aspen CO
Aspen Mountain Lodge
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