Jones Pass Guides
About Us
Tucked in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, skirting the Continental Divide, our terrain is nestled in the Arapahoe National Forest designated as the Jones Pass Wilderness. Operating in our permitted area of 2,600 acres with elevations from 10,500’ to 12,800’ we have access to three unique bowls with both touring and snowcat access. Terrain ranges from the following:
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High Alpine Bowls
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Gladed Meadows
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Rock Bands
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Open Chutes
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Gullies
The high altitude combined with good Northern exposure keeps our snow cold and light. We have the powder, vertical and adventure for an epic backcountry experience.
Jones Pass Guides operates seven days a week and is one of the closest snowcat and touring operations located 45 minutes from Denver. Not sure about your skis for the trip, no worries, we have a fleet of demo skies including DPS, RMU, Black Crows, and Liberty options. In additional to the skis, we provide safety equipment incorporating a backpack, beacon, probe, and shovel. Additionally, we have a photographer that will be out with us to capture the stoke with shots available for purchase at the end of the day.
All trips will meet at our headquarters in Empire at 3 Park Ave. We ask our guests to arrive there at 8:00 to ensure a timely departure to our terrain. If other arrangements need to be made please reach out to coordinate. Our operation is in the zone by 9:30 and we are out of the zone and back to the trailhead by 3:30. While up in Jones, we strive to be safe, efficient, and timely to get you the most out of the experience as possible by maximizing our terrain. We average 9-12 runs per day and get plenty of vertical.
Lunches will be provided by Rudi’s Deli and water refill is available on the snowcat. A solid day out wouldn’t be complete without a end of the day après with refreshments at the end of the day, compliments of Steamworks Brewery.
Contact Us
3 Park Avenue
Reviews
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
Amazing! Guides are energetic, entertaining and make you feel safe. We had a blast with fresh powder tracks all day long!
By Rachel S. on February 07, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Our group had a great time. The Guides were on point! Knowledgeable, fun, and they made sure everyone enjoyed their day on the mountain. The powder skis they provided were high end. I would recommend to anyone considering back country skiing!!
By Brian M. on February 07, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
Incredible top to bottom. From checking in to having dank beers afterwards. All the guides/employees were awesome. Except Brian who obviously doesn’t know how to spell Bryan. Gotcha.
By Bryan S. on February 07, 2023
Trip: SxS Small Group | Private Reservation
Guide:
This was my first backcountry cat skiing trip and it did not disappoint. The team at Jones Pass Guides were outstanding. The guides were extremely professional, at no time did I feel at risk. They found terrain that was amazing to ride, even finding some stashes of great snow. Would definitely recommend them to anybody looking to get away from the resorts.
By William (. on February 06, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Awesome guides, awesome area. Check out our day here: https://youtu.be/c4YHRUIfdCU
By Andrew B. on February 05, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
We had an absolute blast. Mojo kicked the day off with some awesome positivity, and the guides made sure we had a great time and were very well taken care of. Very professional, friendly, positive and helpful. I'm absolutely doing this again and I would definitely recommend!
By Michael L. on February 05, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
Absolutely best day of skiing in years! The guides are fantastic! The Cat is comfy even when it’s -5 degrees out. Terrain is fun! Can’t wait for next years trip!! Thanks Jones Pass Guides!!
By Mark A. on February 04, 2023
Trip: Custom Trip
Guide: Jeffrey S.
By Sean O. on February 04, 2023
Trip: Custom Trip
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Great crew all around. Not perfect conditions, but the guides did an awesome job of still hunting out some good stuff and keeping it fun.
By Bryce K. on February 04, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Amazing experience!! From the moment we met Mojo on arrival to the Apres beer this was an unforgettable experience. The skis, the terrain, the GUIDES, the laughs and the SKIING were like nothing I've ever experienced. Thank you Mojo, Scott, Jeff, Bonneau!
By Jonas R. on February 04, 2023
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