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Berthoud Pass

Berthoud Pass is a high mountain pass in central Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains of the western United States. Located about an hour outside of Denver (depending on traffic).

Berthoud Pass - Second Creek Trailhead

Take I-70 to US highway 40 over Berthoud Pass, on the west side of the road is mile marker 240. The TH is 39.82273, -105.76979. At the TH, the forest is dense with pine trees, the trail begins with a steep climb then bends to the left and becomes a more gradual climb. 

Berthoud Pass - Second Creek Trailhead to Twin Cones (12,051 feet)

Continue on the trail to see the Continental Divide and reach Twin Cones. Be prepared for wind above tree line. 

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/second-creek-trail-to-twin-cones?search=true

Berthoud Pass - Second Creek Trailhead to Broome Hut (11,350 feet): 8 miles, 900 feet elevation gain

There is a "day room" for your convenience and a bathroom inside the day room which is entered on the east side of the hut .

https://www.huts.org/The_Huts/broomeHut.php 

  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Clear Creek Ranger District (ARNF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 18
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 18
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  • Berthoud Pass - Second Creek TH
  • Berthoud Pass - Second Creek TH to Broome Hut
  • Berthoud Pass - Second Creek TH to Twin Cones
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