Rollins Pass Trailhead
The Rollins Pass Trailhead is located on the Continental Divide and provides access to the Indian Peaks Wilderness, James Peak Wilderness, the Moffat Railroad historical sites, and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. The Rollins Pass Trail (#5) is 5.1 miles one way. The trail begins at Rogers Pass on the Continental Divide. Hikers can either reach Rogers Pass via the Rogers Pass Trailhead, or by hiking north along the Continental Divide. The trail remains on timberline, with the James Peak Wilderness to the east and the James Peak Special Interest Area to the west. The Rollins Pass portion of the trail ends at the Rollins Pass Trailhead, but hikers can continue hiking north on the High Lonesome Trail (#7).
General Information
View a COTREX map here.
A permit is required to camp from June 1 - September 15 in the Indian Peaks Wilderness.
A permit is required to camp from June 1 - September 15 in the Indian Peaks Wilderness.
Mechanized/motorized travel is prohibited.
Do not camp or build campfires within 100 feet of developed trails or bodies of water.
Group size is limited to 12 people and/or livestock.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times.
Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.93509
Longitude: -105.68213
Elevation
12,233 feet
Directions
From Winter Park, drive south on US Highway 40 approximately one mile to County Road 80 (Forest Road 149) and turn left. Drive 15 miles to the Continental Divide. No motorized route connects across the Continental Divide. One may hike or bicycle across and around the collapsed Needle's Eye Tunnel to Forest Road 149 that leads to Rollinsville.
Travel Considerations
A high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle is highly recommended to access this trailhead. The access road to this trailhead is closed from November 15 - June 15, but high snow levels typically don't allow access until late June or early July.
Parking
There is parking for about 15 vehicles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
