Cinnamon Pass
Cinnamon Pass is a moderate 25 miles off-road trail near Lake City, CO, best run July - September. The gear list marks All-terrain tires and 4WD required as required. A stock high-clearance 4x4 can run it; check the gear list before you go.
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The gentler companion to Engineer Pass, Cinnamon Pass crosses at 12,640 feet through wildflower-carpeted alpine meadows with the ghost town of Animas Forks near the summit. Less technically demanding than Engineer, it remains a spectacular high-altitude experience.
Fun Facts
Cinnamon Pass was used by the Ute people long before European settlement.
Animas Forks near the summit was a thriving mining town of 450 people in the 1880s.
The pass name comes from the cinnamon-colored rock near the summit.
🛞 Tires
⚙️ Drivetrain
Closest campgrounds to Cinnamon Pass:
- Alpine Glow Campground · Ouray · 10 mi (straight-line)
Straight-line distance. Check the map for drive time.
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED
A mild lift, all-terrain tires, and correct gear ratio will get you through this trail confidently.
Tire Size Calculator
Convert tire sizes and compare diameter differences before you swap.
Size up correctly, 33s vs 35s matters on moderate terrain.
Gear Ratio Calculator
Find the right gear ratio after lifting or upsizing tires.
Re-gear after a tire upgrade to restore trail torque and MPG.
Wheel Fitment Calculator
Calculate backspacing and offset so wider wheels clear your suspension.
Extra wheel width = extra clearance on tight lines. Check offset before buying.
MPG Calculator
Estimate fuel economy after a tire upgrade, important for remote runs.
Bigger tires cut MPG. Plan your fuel stops for this trail.