Loveland Pass, Mountain pass in Colorado, United States.

Loveland Pass is a mountain crossing along U.S. Highway 6 that rises steeply through the Rocky Mountains with numerous hairpin turns. The road traverses alpine terrain between the eastern and western slopes of the Continental Divide.

The first usable trail over Loveland Pass was completed in 1879, largely by Union Pacific, Colorado Central Railroad employees, and two toll road companies, with surveying by E.L. Berthoud. The road was in disrepair by the early 1900s but never abandoned; a modern dirt road opened in 1932 and paving was finished in 1949–1950.

The pass takes its name from William A.H. Loveland, president of the Colorado Central Railroad, and the town of Loveland near Fort Collins also bears his name, though it lies far from the pass. The wooden sign at the summit marks the Continental Divide, with ATLANTIC and PACIFIC lettered at its lower corners, and two upright skis stand beside it. Backcountry skiers use the slopes around the pass, and from the parking lot trails lead to the summit of Mount Sniktau.

The road is snow-covered during winter months and vehicles often need chains or winter tires to navigate safely. Checking the weather forecast before traveling is wise, as storms can develop quickly in this high alpine setting.

The pass remains open during winter months when other high mountain routes close, making it a crucial alternative for travelers crossing the mountains. This accessibility is unusual for passages at this elevation in the region.