OURAY PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE
Private Truck Tour — Tailor-made runs across the high San Juans
A fully customizable private 4- or 6-hour expedition from Ouray that fits up to ten guests and gives direct access to classic alpine passes and ghost towns.
Private Truck Tour — Tailor-made runs across the high San Juans.
Set against the raw contours of the San Juan Mountains, Alpine Scenic 4x4 Tours’ Private Truck Tour puts your group in a purpose-built off-road truck and hands you a customized day in spectacular alpine country. Designed for groups that want control over pace and places, these private runs thread high passes, basins and historic mining sites reachable only by permitted forest trails.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Direct access to iconic San Juan passes and ghost towns
The operator holds permits for more than a dozen routes in the Uncompahgre National Forest and beyond, including Imogene Pass (Ouray side), Yankee Boy Basin, Engineer Pass and historic mining sites such as Animas Forks and the Red Mountain Mining District—allowing private groups to craft an itinerary that matches their interests.
Custom trucks built for comfort and safety
Tours run in in-house-built trucks outfitted with nine individual Corbeau suspension seats (the tenth seat is in the cab), built-in wind screens, deployable clear rain covers, supplemental step stools, outdoor blankets, seat belts and rollover protection—features intended to make rough alpine travel both comfortable and secure.
A private, flexible itinerary for groups
These private excursions are priced as a flat rate per truck and accommodate up to ten guests, so groups—whether six or ten—can move at their own pace, focus on photography, exploration or motoring, and use their time as they see fit while the guide builds a bespoke plan.
What the day feels like
What the private truck day feels like
After meeting your guide, the group discusses objectives and the truck sets off at an unhurried alpine pace—typically 5–10 mph—so stops for exploration, photography or short hikes are part of a flexible itinerary. Whether you’re threading a high pass that takes most of the outing or mixing basins and ghost towns, the day is shaped by your group’s interests and the guide’s local knowledge.
THE ROUTE
Direct access to iconic San Juan passes and ghost towns
The operator holds permits for more than a dozen routes in the Uncompahgre National Forest and beyond, including Imogene Pass (Ouray side), Yankee Boy Basin, Engineer Pass and historic mining sites such as Animas Forks and the Red Mountain Mining District—allowing private groups to craft an itinerary that matches their interests.
THE VEHICLE
Custom trucks built for comfort and safety
Tours run in in-house-built trucks outfitted with nine individual Corbeau suspension seats (the tenth seat is in the cab), built-in wind screens, deployable clear rain covers, supplemental step stools, outdoor blankets, seat belts and rollover protection—features intended to make rough alpine travel both comfortable and secure.
THE PRIVACY
A private, flexible itinerary for groups
These private excursions are priced as a flat rate per truck and accommodate up to ten guests, so groups—whether six or ten—can move at their own pace, focus on photography, exploration or motoring, and use their time as they see fit while the guide builds a bespoke plan.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private truck tour suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Private truck tours are offered in two increments: 4 hours for $753.34 and 6 hours for $1,130.01.
While trucks supply supplemental outdoor blankets, deployable clear rain covers, step stools and comfortable suspension seats, plan for layered clothing and standard alpine preparedness; discuss specific needs with your guide.
Each truck accommodates up to ten guests with nine individual Corbeau seats on the flatbed and one cab seat; private tours are priced per truck and are popular for groups larger than five.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the private truck tours and what do they cost?
Tours are offered in 4-hour and 6-hour increments. The 4-hour option is priced at $753.34 and the 6-hour option at $1,130.01.
What is the maximum number of guests per truck?
Each truck accommodates up to ten guests—nine individual Corbeau seats on the custom flatbed and a tenth seat in the cab—and private tours are designed for groups of various sizes, often favored by groups larger than five.
Can we customize the route and stops?
Yes. Private tours are fully customizable: after meeting your guide they will ask about your interests and build an itinerary from permitted trails and destinations such as Imogene Pass, Yankee Boy Basin and several ghost towns.
What amenities and safety features do the trucks provide?
The custom-built trucks feature individual suspension seats, built-in wind screens, clear deployable rain covers, supplemental step stools, outdoor blankets, seat belts and rollover protection to maximize comfort and safety on rough alpine terrain.
Which trails or historic sites might we see on a private tour?
Available stops include Imogene Pass (Ouray side), Silver Basin, Sydney Basin, Governor Basin, Upper and Lower Yankee Boy Basin, Engineer Pass, Corkscrew Pass, Cinnamon Pass, Hurricane Pass, California Pass and ghost towns such as Ironton, Animas Forks and sites in the Red Mountain Mining District.
Is the schedule flexible if we want to stop more or less during the tour?
Yes. The timeline remains flexible: guides will tailor the day to your objectives, and guests routinely choose to spend more time exploring or more time motoring depending on their preferences.