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.
Est. 2019 Empire, Colorado
Contact Us
3 Park Ave
Reviews
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
By Connor G. on March 05, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Fantastic environment to ski, fantastic guided team. Great experience. Highly recommend this experience, this company and its team
By Chris P. on March 05, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
I highly recommend Jones Pass Guides. They did a fantastic job and it was an experience I’ll never forget. I hope to book another ski trip with them in the future.
By Jonathon B. on March 04, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
These guys are always the best. Amazing time! Thanks Nick, Elise and Brian!
By Jordan M. on March 03, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jones P.
What’s left to say that hasn’t already been said. Amazing guides! Amazing customer service! Very conservative safety measures. All lead to a great day of cat skiing. I was very skeptical coming into the day, but I felt very safe while still having an exciting day of backcountry skiing. These guys are the real deal. Then add on amazing food, post ski beers, and great staff, you can’t miss.
By Garrett D. on March 02, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jones P.
Guides were very professional and did a great job managing the group. Conditions were awesome
By Kurt B. on March 02, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jones P.
Amazing trip - definitely a huge bucket list item for us! The guides were helpful and friendly, and the skiing and scenery were unbelievable! Highly recommend this trip!
By Beth C. on March 02, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jones P.
Awesome experience today, fresh tracks every run, safe and fun guides, good food and drink , awesome day!
By Bruce R. on March 02, 2023
Trip: Custom Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide:
Great skiing, incredible guides!! This gang has it figured out. Everyone was so knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. A day for the books— can’t wait to get back out there!
By Victoria B. on March 01, 2023
Trip: Custom Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide:
By Michael S. on March 01, 2023
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