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The ultimate adventure guide
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
Red Mountain N3 offers phenomenal and unique summit views.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
This gate marks the trailhead. Park downhill from the gate, but be sure not to block the road.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
Continue past the second gate following the gravel road to the summit.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
Wildflowers along the ascent.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
Views towards Silverton Mountain Ski Area and the Needle Mountains from the ascent.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
The utility tower 0.1 miles from the summit.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
One of the steeper and looser sections of the road.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
The views of Red Mountain's ridge get better and better as you approach the summit switchbacks.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
The utility tower 0.1 miles from the summit.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
The mountains in this area are truly unique and special.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
The view from the summit looking north towards Ouray.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
Looking back down the road towards the south.
Ethan Rambacher
Photo Date:
08/03/2023
This gate marks the trailhead. Park downhill from the gate, but be sure not to block the road.