Corkscrew, Ophir & Imogene via Silverton
From Silverton over Corkscrew Pass and down into Telluride, with Ophir and Imogene on the way home.
From$180
Imogene & Black Bear Pass Jeep Tour from Ouray
Black Bear into Telluride, then Imogene Pass back to Ouray, in one full day.
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Ages
- All ages
- Group
- Up to 30 guests
- High point
- Imogene Pass, 13,114 ft
- Trail rating
- 5 of 5
- Pickup
- Your door in Telluride
About this tour
This is the full-day version of our two signature passes, run from the Ouray side of the mountains. You start in Ouray, climb Black Bear Pass and descend the switchbacks into Telluride, then cross Imogene Pass at 13,114 feet on the way back to Ouray.
It is about eight hours in the Jeep, with stops for photos, history and lunch in Telluride. Two of Colorado's most famous off-road passes in a single day, with a local guide doing the driving.
The route
Stops may shift with weather, road conditions and what your guide sees that day.
- Depart OurayMeet your guide in Ouray and climb toward Black Bear Pass.
- Black Bear PassThe long climb and the famous descent toward Telluride.
- TellurideTime in town for lunch and a walk on Main Street.
- Imogene PassBack up to 13,114 feet, past the Tomboy ghost town.
- Return to OurayDown the Ouray side and back to your starting point.
What's included
- Local guide and driver for the full day
- Open-air Jeep Gladiator with safari top and blankets
- Pickup and drop-off in Ouray
- Photo stops on both passes
- First-aid and emergency kit in every vehicle
What to bring
- Layers, a warm jacket and a rain shell
- Closed-toe shoes
- Water and snacks, plus lunch money for Telluride
- Sunglasses and sunscreen for the high passes
Who it's for
- Guests staying in Ouray who want to see Telluride by Jeep
- Families and groups who want a full day in the high country
- Returning Telluride guests looking for a new route
Not for: Not recommended for guests with neck or back injuries or a strong fear of heights.
Guest reviews
What guests say about riding with us
Highly recommend!
“Absolutely fantastic experience! Our guide, Pace, did an excellent job providing facts about the area and local history. Highly recommend!!”
Great Time!
“We had a great time on the jeep tour, Pace our driver did a great job of driving (felt very safe on the small roads looking over the cliffs), he was very informative about the area, the history of Telluride, also the old mining towns. We will be doing it again when we go back to Telluride”
Perfect!
“The trip was perfect. Steve our guide was very accommodating to our group with young kids. Views were amazing. We will definitely be back for another trip.”
Good to know
Imogene & Black Bear Pass via Ouray questions
This full-day tour starts and ends in Ouray. Telluride guests can drive over to Ouray, about 50 miles by road, or call us to talk through the best plan for your group.
Meals are not included. We stop in Telluride for lunch, so bring money or a packed lunch, plus water and snacks for the passes.
Full-day tours are booked by phone so we can match your group to the right vehicle and date. Call 970-708-5190 and we will confirm availability.
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Other Telluride Jeep tours
Every route leaves from Telluride with front-door pickup. Mix a half-day with a sunset ride, or add a full day from Ouray or Silverton.
Imogene Pass & Tomboy Ghost Town
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Imogene & Black Bear Pass via Ouray
From $180 per adult