Black Bear Pass

September 9, 2025

Black Bear pass is a mountain pass located at 12,840 ft in San Juan County,  Outside the beautiful town of Telluride. To access this Trail, you first turn off 550, Million-Dollar Highway, From Ouray CO, that’s where The trail Begins.The trail is a bumpy dirt road, with steep ascent. There are no real technical or hard obstacles until the descent on the telluride side. When the descent begins, the trail begins to become a little rougher. About 1 mile before Ingram falls when the one-way sign starts, it becomes more technical. Having a spotter over these technicalities would be advised unless you have experience. Remember Stay the Trail, if you are less experienced travel with a buddy, be well equipped and have fun. There are some notable off-road maps that can be used as well Onx Off-Road, Gaia GPS , All Trails, COTREX, and Fun Treks. These were the Driving conditions as of 8/10/24, as of 8/12/24 Black Bear pass has officially closed for the 2024 season due to environmental changes. The Vehicles that were Ran this day, Were a 2011 Toyota 4 Runner Limited 35x12.50 x17 Toyo Open Country M/T. In accompany 2002 Jeep TJ, 35x12.50x15 Cooper STT PRO