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: SxS Small Group | Private Reservation
Guide:
We had so much fun with the crew! Felt safe, lots of runs, and just had an overall great time. 10/10 recommend.
By Stephen G. on February 22, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide:
Perfect from start to finish.
By Max K. on February 21, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
By Christine L. on February 20, 2023
Trip: SxS Small Group | Private Reservation
Guide:
Amazing Backcountry action. Best day I've ever had. Brian and Delia were A+ guides and showed us an awesome day
By Kyle R. on February 17, 2023
Trip: Custom Trip
Guide:
Nick, Lindsay, Bano, and Scott were amazing! They were super fun, but also communicated risks and options very clearly which lead to a really enjoyable trip where I always felt safe!
By Erin G. on February 15, 2023
Trip: Colorado Backcountry Touring 101
Guide:
The entire Jones Pass Guides experience was incredible, from MoJo's welcome to wings at the end of the day. We thank you for the experience and will be back. This was my first foray into the backcountry on a splitboard and our guide Nick was incredible. He shared so much about the area, layering, general avalanche observations, AND had an ice scraper on hand to save my day. We learned a lot and were WORKED at the end of the day. Great job Nick and Jones Pass Guides.
By Cale D. on February 14, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING! I COULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS TRIP ENOUGH! Our guides were absolutely incredible. They were so knowledgeable on the area and made us feel comfortable in the back country. I loved this trip so much I am going again a week later. MOJO runs such a fun, family oriented program and I loved spending my day with Jones Pass Guides
By Emily L. on February 13, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
We had a great time. Weather was perfect with crisp powder. Thanks for the great day.
By Matthew R. on February 13, 2023
Trip: SxS Small Group | Private Reservation
Guide: Mark P.
The whole experience was fantastic. Mark and Nick as well as the entire staff were extremely professional and helpful. The experience was more than we expected and I would highly recommend to anyone. THANKS!
By Jim E. on February 12, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Epic on all fronts!! Big thanks to everyone on the Jones Pass team. Mojo, Delia, Danny, Nagel, Mark and Skinner (photos a must) and our driver Husky. The team is Professional and fun and the terrain was awesome. C y’all next year!!
By Christopher H. on February 12, 2023
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