Ascending Hikes – Boreas Pass TH - Boreas Mountain

This off-trail hike to the summit of Boreas Mountain from Boreas Pass is an adventure through Colorado's high country, where the journey begins with a gradual ascent across willows and alpine tundra. As we progress, the terrain becomes more rugged, and any hint of a trail eventually disappears, leaving us to rely on route-finding skills. The approach to the summit involves navigating a challenging "dinner plate" talus field, where careful footwork is essential to safely traverse the loose rocks. This climb rewards hikers with breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Continental Divide and the surrounding peaks, offering a true sense of accomplishment and solitude in the backcountry. If we find a bit more energy we may explore the ridge north of Boreas Mountain. (Boreas Mountain - CalTopo)

The Colorado Mountain Club's Ascending Hike Section (AHS) provides an opportunity to make new friends and explore new places in Colorado's backcountry, while increasing your personal hiking speed, strength, and stamina. The section is administered by CMC volunteers. There is no cost, fee, or scheduling commitment. There are no dues or elections. Open to all CMC members. To join the section, contact the CMC office. (Ascending Hikes Section — The Colorado Mountain Club (cmc.org))

Carpool Place & Time: Meet at the US 285 & Twin Forks PnR at 6:15am, for a 6:30am departure (Us 285 & Twin Forks PNR - Google Maps)

We'll carpool to the Boreas Pass Trailhead (Boreas Pass - Google Maps)