Alto del Colorado from Talacasto

The Ruta rises 28.9km through alpine terrain above the treeline, gaining 1,002m to 2,620m. Averaging 3.5%, the road kicks to 6.7% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. This is a climb of endurance — the kind of effort measured in hours, where pacing matters more than power. The summit at 2,620m sits above the treeline, where the air thins and the views extend to distant peaks. Located in San Juan, Argentina.