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.
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
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
We had a great time, the guides put us on the snow, kept us safe and were great fun! Thanks
By Philip L. on February 12, 2023
Trip: SxS Small Group | Private Reservation
Guide: Mark P.
Absolutely fantastic!!! Fresh powder all day, great guides kept us in good snow and safe .
By Doug D. on February 12, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Trip was absolutely rad! Guides were awesome! Terrain and snow incredible! Such a good time! Ten out of ten would smash again!
By Max K. on February 12, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Private Group Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Delia and Nick and Mojo were excellent guides. We felt they were extremely safe and worked hard to find us the best lines. Highly recommend using this touring company
By Michael A. on February 11, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Awesome terrain, awesome guides. Couldn’t ask for a better time!
By Josh D. on February 09, 2023
Trip: Snowcat Single Seat Reservation
Guide: Jeffrey S.
Unbelievable day, great snow and super awesome guides. All ski, no screw around
By Craig B. on February 09, 2023
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