Drive this route for the switchbacks, not the speed. Start in Estes Park and wind down toward Black Hawk, but don't just stare at the trees the whole time. Stop at the Gold Lake trailhead for a hike or grab a beer in Nederland—the funky mountain vibes are real. Spend four hours, hit the road before 10am to beat the weekend traffic, and ignore the tourist trap gift shops. Your gas tank needs a full refill.
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