4runnerguy
Glenwood Springs, CO
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RKMathis wrote:Thank you 4runnerguy. Barring any more closures in the canyon, what route would you recommend from Cheyenne to Glenwood Springs. Thanks for all your updates and advice. Kinda depends on which day and what time of day you will be travelling and whether you want to avoid passes. The shortest and quickest route is I-25 south to I-76 west to I-70. But, I-25 can be a bottleneck during rush hours and even pretty busy other times of the day. If you are travelling on a weekend, it isn't too bad. Of course I-70 takes you over two high passes: the Eisenhower Tunnel and Vail Pass. Plenty of RV's do it every day, but you have to know your comfort level. Uphill isn't the issue, it's the downhill. Use your transmission and it's no problem. Just don't ride your brakes. Of all the routes that have been discussed, this is probably the most scenic IMHO.
If you want to avoid the Denver traffic, then the route through Steamboat Springs may be your best bet. With I-70 open again, traffic there should be back to normal.
Ken & Allison
2 Camping Cats (1 diabetic)
1996 4Runner, TRD Supercharger, Edelbrock headers
2007 Fleetwood Arcadia, Honda EU2000i
4 mountain bikes, 1 canoe, 4 tents, 8 sleeping bags, 2 backpacks
(You get the idea!)
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