How hard is Imogene Pass Run?
At this bridge you have climbed 1945 feet (net) of elevation in 5.45 miles, at an average of 356 ft./mi., or 6.8% gradient overall. To reach Imogene Pass from here you must climb 3365 feet in the next 4.60 miles, at an average of 731 ft./mi., or 13.85% gradient overall. Your effort so far has simply been a warmup.
How long is Imogene Pass from Ouray to Telluride?
Although the trip is only 17 miles each way, it will take several hours, not including stops. It took us about three and a half hours from Ouray to Telluride, and about two and a half hours back since we didn’t stop as much and I was a more experienced spotter by that point.
Is Imogene pass one way?
The Imogene Pass Trail is about 14 miles one way and takes about 3 or 4 hours to reach Ouray.
What is the Pass between Telluride and Ouray?
Imogene Pass
Imogene Pass is one of the more difficult four-wheel drive roads between Ouray and Telluride to our west. You must follow the Yankee Boy Basin trail description up Camp Bird Road 5 miles. The road turns off to the left over Canyon Creek, climbing along the cliffs and looking down over the famous Camp Bird Mine.
What’s the elevation of Imogene Pass?
13,114′Imogene Pass / Elevation
Is Imogene Pass Open 2021?
The 48th Annual Imogene Pass Run scheduled for Saturday September 11, 2021. Registration will open on June 1st, 2021 at 6AM and traditionally sells out very fast.
How long does it take to run Imogene Pass?
Discover this 17.50 mile, point to point trail near Ouray, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 15 min to complete.
How did Imogene Pass get its name?
Imogene Pass was first constructed in 1880 and named after Imogene Richardson, who was the wife of a Camp Bird Mine owner. The first-ever alternating current (AC) long-distance power line was installed over Imogene Pass, delivering electricity that assisted mining operations for the greater Telluride area.
Can you camp along Imogene Pass?
Camping: Dispersed camp sites are at the north end of Imogene Pass near Camp Bird Mine, and near timberline in Imogene Basin. Base Camp: This would be a good area to base camp.
What is the steepest mountain pass in the US?
Slumgullion Pass
Slumgullion Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.514m (11,530ft) above the sea level, located in Hinsdale County, in southwestern Colorado, USA. It claims the steepest grades of any fully paved and maintained road in Colorado.
Can a full size truck do Imogene Pass?
It’s definitely doable. They take tour rigs with 1 ton pickups that have bench seating instead of a bed all the time up there. There are a few spots where you might need to make a 47 point turn but it’s doable for sure.
Why is Imogene Pass closed?
Imogene Pass is expected to remain closed to all motorized vehicles until repairs to damaged bridges can be made. The closure, which is located below the town of Tomboy to the Smuggler Mine, was ordered by the United States Forest Service at about 3:00 p.m. on Thursday.
When is the Imogene Pass run 2021?
The 48th Annual Imogene Pass Run scheduled for Saturday September 11, 2021. We are planning to offer both a in person and virtual race options this year.
Is racejoy available for Imogene Pass run?
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the 48th Annual Imogene Pass Run. Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers! Some key RaceJoy features include:
Where can I find more information about the imogenerun?
All race information is published on our website www.imogenerun.com. General Registration will open on June 1st at 6am MDT, with a priority registration period beginning on May 29th at 6AM MDT for those who entered our 2020 virtual event (they get first dibs on entries).