BPX 3-Day: Rogers Pass Lake from East Portal TH

Hike to a beautiful lake in the James Peak Wilderness just below the Continental Divide with great views and explore exceptional terrain.

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 3-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members.

Day 1: Start from the East Portal TH at the Moffat Tunnel near Rollinsville, hike on the South Boulder Creek Trail (#900) to Rogers Pass Lake and establish camp.

Route Day 1: Rogers Lake, 4.0 miles, +1,926 / -42 ft.

Route: Alternate Day 1: Heart Lake, 4.4 miles, +2,194 / -81 ft.

Day 2: Fish Rogers or Heart Lake, relax in camp, hike on the Continental Divide Trail, or climb James Peak.

Optional Day Hike: Continental Divide Trail, 1.5 miles, +-657 ft.

Optional Day Hike: James Peak, 5.0 miles, +-2,371 ft.

Day 3: Return to trailhead (4.0 miles, +xx / -1,926 ft.) and drive home.

Route: Day 3

Overall Route: 8.0 miles, +-1,926 ft.

NOTES:

1. Always practice Leave No Trace techniques.
2. More information about James Peak Wilderness is available here.
3. Hiking above the lake is above tree line.  Care is needed concerning weather.
4. Driving Directions: From the Colorado Mountain Club (Golden, CO) to the East Portal TH.

• Suitable Activities: Backpacking
• Seasons: July, August, September
• Weather: View weather forecast

• Difficulty: Moderate
• Length: 8.0 mi
• Elevation Gain: 1,926 ft
• High Point: 11,111 ft

• Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
  James Peak Wilderness Area, Boulder Ranger District (ARNF)
• Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
• Recommended Party Size: 7
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12