Berthoud Pass Trailhead
The Berthoud Pass Trailhead is located on Hwy 40 near the Continental Divide. It offers a variety of summer and winter activities. Facilities include a warming hut (during winter months) with interpretive information.
Hiking opportunities include hiking on the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail through the Vasquez Peak Wilderness or the James Peak Wilderness. Winter activities include backcountry skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing.
General Information
View a COTREX map here.
No winter sledding allowed on either side of the pass.
No snowmobiling in the area.
No camping, campfires, stoves, dogs or smoking inside the Berthoud Pass warming hut.
Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.7961
Longitude: -105.7803
Elevation
12,493' Mines Peak
Directions
Take US-40 about 14 miles west from Interstate 70 to the summit of Berthoud Pass. The parking area is on the right (east) side of the highway.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Groups
These recreation sites and trail segments are located along the Continental Divide Trail.