Weston Pass Hut

We offer backcountry lodging at the top of Weston Pass near Leadville, Colorado. Within a 2.5 hour drive from most locations in the Denver Metropolitan Area, Weston Pass Hut is accessible while offering wilderness seclusion.  The hut is generally accessible with high-clearance 4-wheel drive vehicles during the summer.  But, the hut provides a true wilderness experience that requires basic wilderness skills and a willingness to accept the challenges of such an adventure. We welcome backcountry skiers, wildlife enthusiasts, x-c motorcyclists, hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone else who enjoys the backcountry.

The entire hut can be rented for $315 and it can host up to 10 people. There are four bedrooms, a shared kitchen, and great room.  Guests will need to follow strict cleaning protocols to get the hut safe and sanitary for all visitors.  

At 11,950 feet, the hut boasts the highest elevation of any Colorado backcountry lodging of its kind. It faces an open valley with stunning views of Mount Holy Cross and the surrounding mountains. In the summer, visitors can access miles of hiking trails in wilderness frequented by elk, hawks, bears, moose, deer, and coyotes. In the winter, skiers can access terrain ranging from steep bowls that challenge seasoned skiers to mild slopes that invite beginners.

The hut is suitable for diverse groups of users with varying backcountry experience. During much of the summer, guests can drive, hike, or bike to the hut from either Lake or Park county. Although we recommend high clearance vehicles, the unpaved roads on Weston Pass are well-maintained. During the winter, guests can access the hut on skis, snowshoes, snowmobiles, or snowcats.

We built the hut to match its beautiful surrounding scenery. The hut features locally harvested and milled beams, and a unique tundra roof, The floor plan balances socializing and privacy by providing a large communal area and four private bedrooms.

Cleaning and Sanitation Protocol:

IN ORDER TO PROVIDE A SAFE, HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL OF OUR GUESTS, WE REQUEST THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE CLEANING GUIDELINES WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE HUT, AND THEN ALSO RIGHT BEFORE YOU LEAVE.

• Using the sanitizing solution provided that is located on the kitchen counter, please wipe down the following: All doorknobs, window cranks, fireplace tools, fireplace handles, all horizonal surfaces including dining table, benches, and kitchen surfaces. Also wipe down the vinyl coverings on all the bedding, the toilet seats, and the knobs for the solar lights, the propane, and the propane stoves.
• Please use the bleach provided in your rinse water when you wash dishes. The recommended amount is 2 tablespoons to each gallon of rinse water. It is best to let your dishes air dry before storing them.
• Please bring your own pillows, books, games, and other forms of entertainment.  We have removed all unnecessary objects that are difficult to sanitize.

We are hoping that by providing the means to sanitize the hut, you will abide by these few guidelines so that you and the guests following you will stay healthy.