Berthoud Pass traverses the Continental Divide at the Front Range between Clear Creek County and Grand County, Colorado.  The pass was named for Edward L. Berthoud, whom was the chief surveyor for the Colorado Central Railroad during the 1870’s.  Edward L. Berthoud discovered the pass while surveying a possible route for the railroad.  The pass was built as a “wagon road” for travelers due to the steep grades and many tight turns.  The summit of the pass is located on the Continental Divide and measures to 11,307 feet.  Berthoud pass once contained the Berthoud Pass Ski area but now is a destination for local backcountry skiers.  The summit contains a warming hut that allows motorists to stop and access the two scenic viewing areas.  Berthoud Pass is known to be difficult to travel due to the 11 switchbacks that are required to drive from on either side of the pass.   The pass offers an environmentally unique experience due to the topographic and climatic location which allows a lengthy snow season and deep powder.  Go experience the pass whether it is hiking, snowshoeing, skiing or boarding Berthoud Pass is a unique fun excursion while visiting Winter Park.

 

I found that while i was staying in Winter Park there was a lot to do. First, after a great day of skiing I found a few great spas and places to get massages that I just loved, you don’t get the kind of service in Denver that you do here. After I was totally relaxed and had my share of people pummeling my back into dough I decided to hit the town.

While there aren’t a lot of bars in the Winter Par area there is a large presence felt by the bars. I didn’t go to one bar with out there being a great deal on drinks or hearin live music. All in all I found my experience in Winter Park to be fun and enjoyable.