Denver to Albuquerque - Million Dollar Hwy San Juan Skyway Scenic hyway
8-day route · Denver (DEN area) → Albuquerque
- Averages about 98 miles a day
- Longest single day around 186 miles
- 783 miles total distance
- Crosses Colorado, New Mexico
- RVs from ~42 $ US/night — enter your dates for a quote
What's along this route
This 8-day drive links 13 stops across 13 kinds of experience along the way.
- 1 Cable Railway
- 1 Canoe / Kayak / Rafting
- 1 Cruise Terminal / Sailing
- 1 Extreme Activity
- 1 Local Industry
- 1 Museum
- 1 Picnic Area
- 1 Scenic Route
- 1 Science Site
- 1 Spa / Terme
- 1 Traditional Market
- 1 Traditional Visit
- 1 Zoo
Route overview
Various activities within one A motorhome trip route from Denver to Albuquerque, start with Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum where you can enjoy watching Wartime aircraft, and aviation art. the next station will be Hammonds candies: your children will don't want to leave! Your next two points are adventure time: Cave of the Winds Mountain Park & Ridgway State Park. Then make your relaxation at Ouray Hot Springs Pool and Fitness Center, the Million Dollar Highway is the next point Wind through switchbacks and marvel at the sharp cliffs and river forging below, now let’s get back to the adventures! With Canoeing, Kayaking, and Rafting at Mountain Waters Rafting, your next fantastic point is where you will see the incredible activities focusing on energy at The Powerhouse – Science Center/Maker Lab, now let’s go shopping at Aztec Ruins National Monument Visitor Center: Shop for books, postcards, and traditional crafts. The breathtaking point is Lake Farmington Picnic Shelter, park includes grills, a basketball court, play structures, a walking trail, and lots of open space. the great Sandia Peak Tramway to watch the Albuquerque & mountain views! Now your last great point where you and your family can have a great time is ABQ BioPark – Zoo
FAQs About Renting an RV in Denver (DEN area)
Prices depend on the season, the RV class and how long you rent. Enter your travel dates in the search above for a live quote across our suppliers.
We suggest about 8 days to cover 783 miles at a comfortable pace. That works out to roughly 98 miles a day, with the longest single day around 186 miles.
The route runs one-way from Denver (DEN area) to Albuquerque, passing through Colorado, New Mexico.
Any RV class can drive this route. Compact campervans are easier to handle on mountain and canyon roads and to park in towns, while larger motorhomes give families more living and sleeping space. Compare classes in the search to find the right fit.
Yes — this is a one-way trip, picking up in Denver (DEN area) and dropping off in Albuquerque. One-way fees vary by supplier, and several nearby cities also work as starting points (see the route overview above).