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America's Highest Highways: Conquering the Tallest Paved Roads
Key Takeaways
- The five highest paved roads in the U.S. are mostly in Colorado, with one in Hawaii.
- Cottonwood Pass (12,126 ft) is the lowest of the five and fully paved since 2019.
- Altitude sickness and vehicle performance issues are common challenges.
- Roads are often closed in winter due to snow; check conditions before driving.
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DT Editorial Team··via jalopnik.com