#17: When the seasons start to change in the Square State, there’s nothing quite like a scenic drive into the Colorado mountains. From winding canyons to the highest mountain passes, Ryan and Carrie share their favorite colorful fall mountain drives for enjoying the changing foliage.

Ryan and Carrie talk about the best times of year to soak up the fall colors and why Colorado’s fall foliage window changes every season. They also share their favorite routes into the mountains, including the stunning but winding Highway 6 route, the drive between Woodland Park and Hartsel, and Hosier pass.

Finally, they share some of the Colorado fall drives on their bucket list, including Independence Pass, and the best route for seeing a ton of Colorado’s famous 14ers, i.e. mountains that peak at over 14,000 feet!

Whether you’re a leaf-peeper or a wildlife seeker, this is a beautiful time of year to take a trip through Colorado’s epic mountain landscape. Nature won’t disappoint you if you do!

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