# Alpine Loop

**Location:** Ouray/Silverton, CO | **Difficulty:** Hard | **Length:** 65 miles

**GPS:** 37.9231, -107.5858

**Vehicle requirements:** 4WD with low range and rear locker, 33"+ mud-terrain tires, 2–3" lift, rock sliders, and recovery gear required.

**Best season:** July - September

Stunning high-altitude loop through the San Juan Mountains featuring Engineer Pass and Cinnamon Pass.

**Region:** Southwest • **Trail type:** Overlanding • **Rating:** 4.9/5

**Highlights:** Mountain passes, Ghost towns, Wildlife, 12,000+ ft elevation

**Nearby campgrounds:**
- [Alpine Glow Campground (Ouray, Colorado)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/colorado/alpine-glow-campground)

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