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Recreation Region: South Park Ranger District

Mosquito Pass Auto Tour

Mosquito Pass Auto Tour is a 9 1/2-mile interpretive route north of Fairplay to the summit of Mosquito Pass on the way to Leadville. It is moderate to difficult, steep and very rocky, and a high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended. Mosquito Pass is usually only open for six to eight weeks after the snow melts in July.

General Information

Download an interpretive auto tour brochure for Mosquito Pass.  Brochures are also available at the South Park Ranger District in Fairplay.

Mosquito Pass is open for the season until the snow falls.

Getting There

Directions

From Fairplay, follow Colorado Highway 9 north for 4 1/5 miles to County Road 12 (Mosquito Pass Road) and turn left.  The tour begins quickly after turning off Highway 9.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restroom information is not available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 30, 2026