Recreation Region: Clear Creek Ranger District

Jones Pass Trailhead

Jones Pass Trailhead is located west of Empire and offers a variety of summer and winter activities. The trailhead provides access to Butler Gulch Trail (#144), Stanley Spur Trail (#13.1), and the motorized road to the top of Jones Pass.

General Information

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Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.7731

Longitude: -105.8528

Directions

From I-70, take exit 232 to US 40,proceed northwest approx. 9 miles to small town of Berthoud Falls. Turn left at the sign for Jones Pass/Henderson Mine. Follow paved road 1.6 miles to a gate, turn right on Forest Road 144. The trailhead is a half mile ahead.