Guanella Pass Scenic Byway: Georgetown Entrance — photo spot in Georgetown, CO 80444, USA
Guanella Pass Scenic Byway: Georgetown Entrance
Scenic alpine approach to Guanella Pass from Georgetown offers high mountain vistas, winding road leading into jagged peaks, stands of aspens (spectacular in mid-Sept–early Oct), small reflective lakes and historic mining-era buildings. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side-light on ridges; clear afternoons give drama with cumulus. Road is paved but narrow with pullouts; pass elevation ~11,500 ft—expect rapid weather changes and possible snow outside summer. No special permits; park in pl
Guanella Pass Scenic Byway: Georgetown Entrance
Scenic alpine approach to Guanella Pass from Georgetown offers high mountain vistas, winding road leading into jagged peaks, stands of aspens (spectacular in mid-Sept–early Oct), small reflective lakes and historic mining-era buildings. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side-light on ridges; clear afternoons give drama with cumulus. Road is paved but narrow with pullouts; pass elevation ~11,500 ft—expect rapid weather changes and possible snow outside summer. No special permits; park in pl