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Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour of the Million Dollar Highway and take in the rugged beauty of Colorado’s San Juan Mountains. This breathtaking stretch of Route 550 between Durango and Ouray is packed with spectacular mountain vistas, charming mining towns and countless scenic viewpoints, including Bakers Bridge, Haviland Lake, Crystal Lake, and Bear Creek Falls..
Along the way, hear stories of gold rush history, engineering marvels and iconic alpine landscapes as you travel one of America’s most scenic drives.
Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t.
Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed
Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use
No time limits or expiry, and free updates
Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start at (U.S. 160, Durango, CO, USA)or join anywhere along the tour route. After booking, search your email for “Download Audio Tour" and follow the instructions to download now over Wi-Fi/cell service. Then, preview the start location/s and tour route in the app.
Itinerary
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Crystal Lake offers a stunning mirror-like reflection of the San Juan Mountains and is the perfect place to pause, relax, and enjoy the view. Its serene waters attract wildlife, making it a great spot for nature watching.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Bear Creek Falls
Bear Creek Falls is one of the most iconic sights along the Million Dollar Highway, plunging 200 feet into the canyon below. A small pull-off on the left offers a perfect viewpoint to admire the dramatic cascade.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Molas Lake is a breathtaking alpine lake surrounded by the towering San Juan Mountains and the vast Weminuche Wilderness. It’s a favorite spot for birdwatchers, offering sightings of jays, woodpeckers, and waterfowl.
Admission ticket free -
Pinkerton Hot Springs (Pass by)
Once a popular resort built by James Pinkerton in the 1800s, Pinkerton Hot Springs is now a historic spot to admire nature’s beauty. Known for its claimed healing properties, the springs were once frequented by those seeking cures for various ailments. Though the resort is no longer standing, the springs remain as a scenic stop along the highway.
Admission ticket free -
Baker's Bridge Veterinary Clinic (Pass by)
Baker’s Bridge offers stunning views of the Animas River and a dash of Hollywood history—it’s where Paul Newman and Robert Redford famously leaped in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
- Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
- Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
- Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
- Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
- Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
- Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
- Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
- Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
- Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
- Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
- Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
- Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
- Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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