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Cinnamon Pass is part of the iconic Alpine Loop. From here, you will enjoy a stunning view over the San Juan Mountains, especially Handies Peak, one of the Colorado 14ers. There is some old mining equipment in the area and you can most likely see some deer up here.

Cinnamon Pass, located within the San Juan Mountains, stands at an elevation of about 12,640 feet. This high mountain pass offers panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, as well as old mining remnants.

Coal Bank Pass sits at an elevation of 10,610 feet and serves as a link between the towns of Silverton and Durango. Situated along the renowned Million Dollar Highway, it offers travelers spectacular vistas of rugged peaks and stunning landscapes.

Little Molas Lake is a high-altitude body of water at about 11,000 feet. It is located nearby parking lots and provides easy access to the Colorado Trail. It is the ideal place to enjoy a packed lunch before or after your ride.

Island lake is a cerulean-blue alpine lake nestled just north of Ice Lake below Grant Peak. This is one of the best views you will get in the Ice Lakes Basin.

At 12,968 feet, Engineer Mountain doesn't quite qualify as a Colorado 13er. That being said, it is one of the most unique and fun mountains in the San Juans. The ridge up to the summit involves some class 2 and class 3 moves, but the route is clear and easy to follow. This is a great route to introduce someone to class 3 travel, and you are not lacking any views once you reach the summit.

Little Molas Lake is a small body of water found off the Colorado trail. At 11,000 feet, the lake is surrounded by beautiful mountains. There is a picnic area along the banks of the lake, so it is a great place for a break to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

This is a perfect spot for a picture postcard view of the Grenadier Range: You can see Garfield Peak, Greystone Peak, Electric Peak with Arrow Peak, Vestal Peak and Trinity Peaks in the background (from right). The Grenadiers and Needles are the only places in the San Juans where the basement rock withstood the range's period of volcanism. The range was uplifted around 70 million years ago. During the San Juans' period of volcanic activity, nearly the entire surface was covered with layers of lava and ash flows, but the volcanic flows would only lap at the Grenadiers' feet.