Come see why the American West still captures imaginations: rugged canyons, alpine lakes and frontier towns scattered across Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. The drive rolls from Telluride’s historic mountain town through dinosaur country and into wide-open Wyoming range. On each stop along the way, tap into local guides to lead the way to hidden lakes and lesser-known trails.
Plan Your Path
Embark on a westward journey from Colorado’s San Juan Mountains to the peaks of the Tetons, with stops for canyons, reservoirs and forests along the way.
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Boomtowns, Backroads & Big Skies
Telluride, Colorado
Peruse shops, galleries and eateries behind Victorian-era facades and raise a glass at historic Floradora Saloon.
Learn moreHike to Colorado’s tallest free-falling waterfall, plunging 111 meters above historic Telluride.
Learn moreGlide along a free, 13-minute ride connecting Telluride and Mountain Village with sweeping views in between.
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Grand Junction, Colorado
Uncover a maze of red-rock canyons and wind-carved spires just west of downtown Grand Junction.
Learn moreSip wines at 30 wineries and tasting rooms in Grand Junction and Palisade, the heart of Colorado’s agritourism scene.
Learn moreMain Street pairs breweries and boutiques with Art on the Corner’s 100-plus public sculptures.
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Vernal, Utah
Peer into the famous Wall of Bones exhibit where a cliff-face holds over 1,500 fossils from 10 dinosaur species.
Learn moreEncounter 17 life-size dinosaur replicas and delve into fossil finds at this family-favorite attraction.
Learn moreWater-ski, fish for rainbow trout, go for a swim or just relax at this sandy-beached reservoir.
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Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area
Follow the rim trail to look down 300 meters of sheer cliffs into Flaming Gorge Reservoir’s turquoise waters.
Learn moreCast a line or launch a boat with the help of local guides and marinas in Utah or Wyoming.
Learn morePitch a tent under starry skies with trusted outfitters on both the Utah and Wyoming shores of the reservoir.
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Pinedale, Wyoming
Kayak, sail or camp beside Wyoming’s second-largest lake with majestic mountains framing all sides.
Learn moreWatch cowboys spear steaks on pitchforks and fry them in hot oil over open flame at this Pinedale dinner classic.
Learn moreWander frontier-inspired storefronts and learn fur-trapping history at the Museum of the Mountain Man.
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Bridger-Teton National Forest, Wyoming
Paddle or cast your reel in these glacial-blue waters with a local outfitter as Squaretop Mountain looks on from above.
Learn moreJoin guided hikes and wildlife-watching tours beneath this granite giant’s towering face.
Learn moreRaft Class III rapids and take in unforgettable views on the Snake River with expert guides leading the way.
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Jackson, Wyoming
Shop vintage storefronts, dine at local bistros, browse fine art and see Jackson’s famous elk-antler arches.
Learn moreSpot thousands of wintering elk roaming this sprawling wildlife sanctuary just outside Jackson.
Learn moreMarvel at jagged peaks, glacial lakes and abundant wildlife across Grand Teton’s picture-perfect landscapes.
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