Hassell Peak

Hassell Peak' offers stunning views several front range peaks. Can be accessed from multiple trailheads.

Butler Gulch:
Beginning at the Henderson mine, this 5.2 mile trail follows an old mining road closed to vehicles. Paralleling and crossing several streams as it breaks tree line ending beside the 13,000 ft continental divide. At the termination of this trail is an abandoned mine and rusted mine equipment. To Trailhead : From Denver take I-70 west to the Winter Park exit (US 40 West). Turn L at the Henderson mine road (8.9miles). Follow the road 1.8 miles to the mine entrance. Turn right onto the gravel road and follow it past the first parking area. .7 miles up the gravel road turn left and park at the trailhead (Butler Gulch Road).

Herman Gulch:
Driving from the Denver Metro direction (east): Drive west on I-70. At the Georgetown exit (Exit 228), continue on I-70 for 9.5 more miles and exit at Exit 218. This is the next westbound exit after the Bakerville exit. After exiting, turn right, and immediately make another right. The trailhead parking area is 200 ft. ahead.

Driving from Silverthorne (west): Drive east on I-70 going through the Eisenhower Tunnel. From the east end of the tunnel, continue 2.9 miles and take Exit 228. Turn left, and drive under the Interstate. Take the first available right turn. The trailhead parking area is 200 ft. ahead.

  • Elevation Gain: 3,900 ft
  • 13,215 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Clear Creek Ranger District (ARNF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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18560 US-40, Golden, CO 80401
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