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A COLLECTION OF RIDEABLE PASSES, GAPS AND SUMMITS

A COLLECTION OF RIDEABLE PASSES, GAPS AND SUMMITSA COLLECTION OF RIDEABLE PASSES, GAPS AND SUMMITS

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There's much to see here! Use the drop-down menu above to see online maps of thousands of locations,  or scroll down for downloadable files, read about some interesting facts, or browse some ride photos.  Feel free to visit our Facebook page--drop us a line and share your stories!

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GPX US Passes Paved SW (zip)

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GPX US Passes Paved N Cent (zip)

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GPX US Passes Paved NE (zip)

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GPX US Passes Paved Mid-Atl (zip)

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KML US Passes All States Paved Only (zip)

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KML US Passes Western States All Surfaces (zip)

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KML US Passes Central States All Surfaces (zip)

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KML US Passes Northeast States All Surfaces (zip)

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KML US Passes Southeast States All Surfaces (zip)

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KML US Passes AK+HI All Surfaces (zip)

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KML CO Passes All Surfaces (zip)

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Canada Passes - West (zip)

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Superlatives

Continental United States

Highest Rideable

At 13,205' (4024m), Argentine Pass in Colorado is the highest named pass in the continental United States that is publicly accessible by motorcycle (dirt bike recommended).


39°37'31"N 105°46'57"W 13,205'    

Highest Paved Rideable

At 12,126 feet (4000m), Cottonwood Pass in Colorado is the highest paved pass in the continental United States that is publicly accessible by motorcycle.


38°49'40"N 106°24'33"W 12,119'    

Western-most

At 124.4228° W longitude, Gunderson Pass in Washington is the westernmost named pass in the continental United States that is publicly accessible by motorcycle.  


47°59'51"N 124°25'22"W  528'

Eastern-most

At 68.6742° W longitude, The Haulover in Maine is the easternmost named pass in the continental United States that is publicly accessible by motorcycle.  


44°12'58"N 68°40'27"W 5'

Southern-most

At 26.00861° N latitude, Puerta de Trancas in Texas is the southernmost pass in the continental United States that is publicly accessible by motorcycle.


26°00'31"N 097°17'18"W   3'

Northern-most

At 48.9825° W latitude, Emigrant Gap in Washington is the northernmost pass in the continental United States that is publicly accessible by motorcycle.


48°58'57"N 113°05'29"W 4485'

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What Criteria Allows A Location To "Make the List?"

In order to be listed on this website, a gap, pass, or summit must have a name and specific location appearing in a published document or on a posted sign.  This can include books, maps,  magazines, or online databases.  The location description must be specific enough to verify topographically or in-person.  

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    A collection of passes, gaps and roadway summits.  Information contained on this website is intended for entertainment purposes only.  No claims are made as to the accuracy, safety, or legal public accessibility for any locations published on this website.


    Last updated: 25 October 2021


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