Switzerland of America Jeeps: Ouray, Colorado

02/28/2025

Please stay clear of the area while the repairs are made.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Ouray County Declares Emergency Disaster for Rockfall on CR-361

Ouray County, Colo – This morning, the Ouray County Road & Bridge Superintendent met with an official from Buckhorn Engineering for a site visit of the rockfall on CR-361 / Camp Bird Road. Further analysis was conducted, and officials confirmed their previous assessment from Wednesday, February 26, 2025, that the area of CR-361 / Camp Bird Road that sustained significant damage from rockfall on February 25, is not safe for any mode of travel, including foot traffic.

After this latest analysis from Buckhorn, and further discussions between county administration, road and bridge, emergency management, and county sheriff, it was determined essential to declare an emergency for this area, due to the severity of the damage, and equipment necessary for full mitigation and repair.

This declaration activates the Ouray County Emergency Operations Plan, opens the Emergency Operations Center if deemed necessary by Unified Command, sets forth the platform for emergency preparedness and response, including mutual aid agreements with other jurisdictions as the Unified Command Team determines is necessary.

The temporary road closure remains in effect with the Sheriff’s Office enforcing any violations of disregard to formal traffic control devices and road closure notices.

Questions regarding the Emergency Disaster Declaration should be directed to County Manager, Connie Hunt, at [email protected].

💻 Read more and view Emergency Declaration: https://ouraycountyco.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=862

02/27/2025

Please be aware of the closure.

02/26/2025

FYI, be safe out there.

02/20/2025

Best of Ouray is in and officially announced. Thank you to all the that voted for Switzerland of America for best Off Road Tour. We are so excited to be voted the best. We couldn’t do it without our amazing front office staff and drivers. We are looking forward to an amazing 2025 season. See you all soon.

01/18/2025

Hope everyone is staying warm during this polar vortex. So while you surf the net stop on by and vote for Switzerland of America as the best off road tour in the Best of Ouray County Choice Awards. Let's bring the title back to SOA. bit.ly/BestofOurayCounty2025

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01/03/2025

Happy New Year! We are excited for the 2025 Jeeping season. Our online reservation system is available.

A couple of notes for this year. Due to Jeep corporate not committing till late December to build the Wrangler models with a 3.6l engine, which is our preferred engine over the 2.0l turbo, at the end of our 2024 season (in mid-October) we opted to retain our low mileage 2024 fleet for the 2025 season.

We have also reduced our fleet count to 3-Willy’s soft tops and 3-Rubicon hard tops so please consider booking early to ensure you have your preferred option.

If you have any questions please reach out. We look forward to seeing you this season.

12/02/2024

Be safe out there!

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10/18/2024

Still raining down here in town but the high country is definitely getting snow. Up to 2 feet is the prediction in some places.

10/16/2024

Update:
You can see fresh snow in the mountains up towards Yankee Boy. Weather is coming.

If you are trying to sneak in one last trip into the mountains, then you better get out there today. We have a lot of weather moving into the region and based on reports I wouldn’t be surprised if we see a lot of snow in the high country. Most importantly be safe and turn around if you encounter a trail you are not comfortable driving.

10/10/2024

Please be aware of this closure. Hope this gets San Miguel prepped for the 2025 season.

09/25/2024

TRAVEL: Maintenance Scheduled for Silvershield Trail

September 28 – 29, 2024

National Forest System Trail (NFST) #199
Forest Service News Release

Public Affairs Specialist: Brittany Perrin
(970) 874-6641
[email protected]
www.fs.usda.gov/gmug

Maintenance Scheduled for Silvershield Trail

Montrose, Colorado, Sept. 23, 2024 — The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests’ Ouray Ranger District will conduct significant maintenance on National Forest System Trail (NFST) #199 – Silvershield trail Sept. 28-29. Located in the Uncompahgre National Forest, the trail will undergo repairs to stabilize loose areas on steep slopes and improve the trail’s tread.

The project was prioritized due to the increased traffic following the U.S. Forest Service’s acquisition of the West Gold Hill Dinosaur Track site. This site features the longest known dinosaur trackway in the world, with 134 consecutive footprints spanning 106 yards.

This collaborative trail maintenance effort involves Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, City of Ouray, Ouray Trail Group and the Ouray Ranger District. Approximately 50 volunteers will participate in the project, aiming to enhance access to the trackway and fortify steep sections of the trail, improving long-term sustainability.

To ensure safety and avoid delays, hikers are advised to avoid the lower section of the NFST #199–Silvershield trail, below the NFST #207–Oak Creek trail, during the construction period. Alternate routes to the dinosaur track site include NFST #208–Twin Peaks trail or NFST #200–East Dallas trail.

For more information, contact the Ouray Ranger District at (970) 240-5300.

For information and updates on current fire restrictions, conditions, and recreation opportunities on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests, visit the forest website. Connect with us on social media (X (Twitter) and Facebook).

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09/23/2024

I am having issues editing our website so for now I will post our fall update here.

We had a lot of weather move in over the weekend which brought snow to the high country. Most of it has melted, but it is a stark reminder winter is on the way.

We were able to get out early yesterday and do some of our own leaf peeping. The colors are amazing right now.

Please be aware of people stopping on the side of the road to take pictures and be careful out there while enjoying this amazing time of year.

09/05/2024

Doesn't look good for IMO to reopen. (This is for the Telluride side. Ouray side to the top is still open.) We had our suspension that it would not. It does suck that its an early close, but everyone's safety's more important. Other ways to get to Telluride are via Ophir and Last Dollar.

08/31/2024

She has been returned to her owner. So happy!

08/30/2024

Please obey the posted traffic signs.

📣 PSA:
DISOBEYING POSTED OFFICIAL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES IS AGAINST THE LAW

Recently, Ouray County and San Miguel County closed Imogene Pass due to mudslides. This closure was put into place for public safety reasons and until our road and bridge crews could coordinate resources to clear the slides and reopen the road. Closure notices were posted, and barricades were put into place. On Wednesday, August 28, the Ouray County Road and Bridge Superintendent traveled to the top of Imogene Pass to assess the condition of the road, in hopes of reopening the Ouray County portion. During this site visit, the road superintendent encountered multiple vehicles, dirt bikes, and ATV’s. Everyone the superintendent spoke to stated that they did intentionally go around the posted Road Closed barricades.

We would like to remind our community members, local businesses, and visitors, that disobeying posted notices and barricades is against the law and is punishable by a minimum of $111 - plus court costs, surcharges, and a 4-point driver's license assessment.

Please heed warnings that are put in place for public safety. Do your own due diligence and find out if road closures are in place or have been lifted – do not go off of unconfirmed rumors; not having the correct information is not only costly, but can potentially put you in danger with limited resources to assist or rescue you.

💻 Colorado Revised Statutes Title 42. Vehicles and Traffic § 42-4-603

Thank you,
Justin Perry
Ouray County Sheriff

San Miguel County Colorado Road and Bridge
San Miguel County Colorado Government
Ouray Police Department
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