Mountain Driving Secrets Through Colorado's I-70 That Nobody Tells You!

For over 30 years, I’ve been making the iconic drive along Interstate 70 through Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, and let me tell you—this route never gets old! In this video, I’m taking you along for the ultimate I-70 road trip, packed with breathtaking views, hidden gems, and must-visit stops that will make your drive unforgettable.

🌲 What’s in this video?
✅ The best scenic stops along I-70 for jaw-dropping mountain views
✅ Top restaurants & local eats you won’t want to miss
✅ Essential road trip tips—how to drive I-70 safely, what to pack & when to go
✅ Off-the-beaten-path adventures—we detour to explore Gunnison, Olathe, Montrose & Ouray
✅ A little shopping, some historic sites, and of course—plenty of epic mountain scenery!

Whether you’re planning your first Colorado road trip or you’re a seasoned traveler looking for new stops, this guide will help you make the most of your journey. So buckle up and join me on this one-of-a-kind drive through the heart of the Rockies!

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0:00 - INTRO
0:23 - A little about me
1:01 - Hitting The Road
1:23 - What to Wear
2:04 - Stop 1: Country Store
2:40 - It's a Sign You're in the Mountains
3:10 - Idaho Springs
4:03 - Best Mountain Coffee Spot
4:52 - Eisenhower Tunnel
5:50 - Don't Stop in Vail
6:44 - Cheap Mountain Gas and Pizza at Costco!
7:19 - RANT! - BAD DRIVING
11:18 - Arriving in Battlement Mesa
11:45 - Leaving for Ouray
12:30 - San Juan Mountains from a Distance
12:37 - Don't Stand in the Middle of the Road
13:06 - Snack Time
13:20 - Point of Interest!
13:33 - Olathe, Home of the Sweet Corn
13:56 - Arriving in Ouray
14:08 - Matterhorn Inn
15:06 - Matterhorn Inn Breakfast Provisions
15:07 - Traveler's Breakfast
16:42 - IN the Middle of Nowhere
17:10 - Roadside Antiques
18:36 - Ute Indian Museum
19:06 - Western Colorado is AWESOME!
20:23 - Heading Home to Denver
20:47 - Best Coffee Heading East
22:00 - Best Breakfast out West!
24:01 - A Rest Stop that's not Gross
24:42 - Great Lunch in Frisco
26:29 - Scenic Area
27:15 - Awkward Croc Shopping
29:22 - Back in Town
29:55 - At the Car Wash
30:20 - OUTRO