Black Bear Pass | Most Dangerous Pass in Colorado You Must Do

Join us on an epic overland adventure as we conquer Black Bear Pass, known as the most dangerous pass in Colorado. If you are an off-road enthusiast seeking the ultimate challenge, Black Bear Pass is a must-do on your bucket list.

[@OverlandScout81]

It's great to be back on KZbin! Black Bear Pass has been on the bucket list for years and it did not disappoint! This was filmed in the summer of 2022 and it was closed all or most of 2023. From what I’m hearing crews are working on clearing it now and it will hopefully open soon. I’m not local though and others in the comments are and can offer better info. Hoping it opens so others get the chance to run it.

[@BirdDogOffRoadAdventures]

I was bout to say, it was closed all of last year and doubtful it’s open already for this year.

[@OverlandScout81]

@@BirdDogOffRoadAdventures I’m hearing it’s still closed but not officially permanently closed. I’m glad we went before it was closed. Nice channel you have, just subbed my friend.

[@LostThymeOverlandAdventures]

It’s not permanently closed. Where did you get that?

[@donmontalvo1]

One of the finest Colorado pass videos I've ever seen, thank you!!!

[@OverlandScout81]

Thanks my friend! Much appreciated!

[@Reverend1776]

Done this a few times myself . Always take the high line and cut down onto the step there. Definite pucker factor.

[@MegaRetr]

Epic adventure)))

[@mikemullay5622]

To quote the late great CW McCall. "You don't have to be crazy to drive Black Bear Road but it helps."

[@OverlandScout81]

Ha! Definitely!

[@mquetel]

Nice to see you posting videos again, always enjoyed them. 🍻

[@OverlandScout81]

Thank you! Really appreciate it.

[@gldsmith61]

Great view, great music, great jeep's, great job. Had to sub.

[@OverlandScout81]

Thanks my friend!

[@dadventuretv2538]

One of the best vids I’ve seen of the pass as someone hoping to do it some time and watching the lines. Thanks. Hope it doesn’t close permanently before I get to do it.

[@OverlandScout81]

Thank you my friend! Really happy you found it useful. I’d like to do it again too and hoping it reopens for us.

[@BrienWood7.3]

Epic adventure!! Love your videos!!

[@OverlandScout81]

Thanks brother! It means a lot! It’s good to be back!

[@BrienWood7.3]

@OverlandScout81 it's really good to have you back!! Glad to see you out having fun!

[@brucebenjamin4964]

Took it in my 2011 f150 crew cab with a 6 foot box; NEVER AGAIN 😳😁 definitely a Jeep trail!!

[@OverlandScout81]

I can imagine that was a challenge! Jeeps make it easy so good on you for completing it in your F150. More guts than us for sure!

[@Coolhansolo]

I ran it in a 1999 F-150 in August of 2022 it's not a full-size trail really but doable. I'm glad it's off my list a nice 2 door Jeep would make it easier but looks like it's closed for awhile.

[@OverlandScout81]

@@Coolhansolo nice! Yeah, super unfortunate it’s still closed. I understand the Sheriff’s position though but wish the folks being idiots were punished appropriately and it kept open for the rest of us.

[@Coolhansolo]

​@OverlandScout81 The Sherriff is always rescuing people on it due to rock slides and people rolling. I guess he got tired of it and it is a dangerous area due to slides and rocks falling. With lots of rain that area turns into soup.

[@danmulkiewicz5515]

I have to be honest. Your videos are some of the best on the tubes. I've missed them. Glad you're posting some up. I lead a group out to the San Juans and the COBDR last summer and unfortunately Black Bear Pass was the only BOH trail closed. Hopefully I'll get out there again soon to check it off the list. Adventure on!

[@OverlandScout81]

My friend that really means a lot and I greatly appreciate it! Hopefully you’ll get the chance to run Black Bear Pass. Where are you based out of? I’m in Oregon.

[@danmulkiewicz5515]

@@OverlandScout81 I lived in Eugene for 5 years but am now down in San Diego. In my free time I organize overlanding type trips with close friends and other youtubers. Mark Doiron (DxD Overland youtube channel) just released some videos on a AZBDR trip I organized a couple months go. Next trip will be in early Sept. UTBDR + Moab BOH trails. If you're ever interested in joining feel free to DM me! Good people are always welcome. :) AZBDR Teaser Video from Mark's Channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3yqf3WMn8mIgJYsi=gZGyXQi00tHV9w_7

[@OverlandScout81]

@@danmulkiewicz5515 right on my friend! I’ve been following Mark Dorion for years. I’ll have to check out his new release. Sounds like an amazing trip!

[@mr.commander3947]

camera guy on the edge of the cliff recording some video,,,, while these vehicles coming down grade,,, WOW,,, what a brave heart,,,,

[@user-zs1fr7im6l]

FUN TIMES !

[@user-zs1fr7im6l]

I've been there multiple times ! To hell you ride ( TELLURIDE)

[@MrTGHOST1]

It was a great trip! Next time we go together!

[@OverlandScout81]

Definitely my friend!

[@uzbruss]

👍🔥💥💫

[@mikequinlan8701]

Black Bear Pass is now permanently closed. Sheriff says they don't have the resources to deal with people going down it. Someone went down the road late last year when it was closed and got stuck. One person ruined it for everyone else.

[@OverlandScout81]

I was tracking the folks that went down when it was closed last year and that it might be permanently closed but wasn’t tracking the decision to permanently close it was official. Incredibly unfortunate.

[@mattk0kb921]

There has been no official announcement. Ophir and Imogene are still closed as well. I remain hopeful all three will open again by the end of July but I suspect BBP will never open again. I’ll be changing my fall plans and will spend less time in the area if so.

[@OverlandScout81]

@@mattk0kb921 good to hear it’s not official yet. Hoping it opens for you in July. It truly was an amazing experience.

[@DUNEATV]

@@mattk0kb921 Me too. I’m canceling my trip.

[@midnitesilverrun8631]

No it’s not it pays to look before making false comments lol.they are literally gonna start working on it the 9th lololol.

[@VideosOffRoad]

When was this video filmed? Black Bear Pass hasn't opened yet this year. ?

[@csuengr]

I was wondering about that. It's usually open by now.

[@OverlandScout81]

Apologies, I should have mentioned when we went. This was in the summer of 2022. I’ve been tied up with work and finally got around to editing this.

[@csuengr]

@@OverlandScout81 You work at a rope manufacturer?

[@OverlandScout81]

@@csuengr ha! Nope!

[@Pnw.katep224]

If I was in that video there would be more likes 🧍‍♀️

[@OverlandScout81]

For sure!

[@MrFalllen]

can a full size truck do black bear pass?

[@OverlandScout81]

Yes, you can do it in a full size truck and several guys in the comments mentioned they did it. They also mentioned they would never do it again and that it’s best in a jeep or similar size. My honest opinion is yes you can do it but it’s definitely going to be more difficult and you need to know your truck like the back of your hand.

[@TheBlue350ss]

When did Black Bear pass open up?

[@OverlandScout81]

It’s unfortunately still closed. This trip was in the summer of 2022.

[@TheBlue350ss]

@@OverlandScout81 Thanks, well that sucks

[@kayalwatkins4252]

My great grandfather made that road

[@OverlandScout81]

Nice! I’m sure that’s quite the story.

[@csuengr]

The trail at the 3:00 mark is the worst spot. Everything else is pretty easy, IMHO.

[@OverlandScout81]

Yes sir, I would agree. The sheer drop makes it intense but we regularly find ourselves in tougher obstacles in Moab or OHV parks. Our jeeps are pretty forgiving with how capable they are. Having said that, folks have done this trail in all sorts of different vehicles. Just gotta know your rig, be smart about what line you take based on your vehicle, and go nice and slow.

[@kx8960]

Looks like a beautiful route, but, damn... I've seen vids of full-size trucks doing it, but I'm WAY too new to this (just bought my first serious truck) to even attempt it, especially since with my midsize (2024 Colorado ZR2) it's even longer than the Rubicon 4dr. Honestly, I'd feel more comfortable doing this on my KTM 890 Adventure R since the route wouldn't be so narrow for that. Nice vid!