Backcountry Hut Trips 2022-23

Paragon Guides has been guiding the 10th Mountain Hut System since its inception in 1982. Your backcountry adventure into the 10th Mountain Division Hut System can range from 2 to 6 days, touring through some of Colorado’s most breathtaking mountain terrain. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime and come discover the other side of Vail.

Jackal Hut

2022-23 Available Hut Trips:

Note: If you do not see dates available that fit your needs, please contact us. We can check with the 10th Mountain Hut Association for availability on your desired dates.

January 16-20, Peter Estin Hut (2 nights) to Polar Star Inn (2 nights)
February 13-16, Uncle Bud’s Hut (1 night) to 10th Hut (2 nights), 8 people maximum
February 20-23, Skinner Hut to Betty Bear Hut to Skinner Hut
March 6-9, Jackal Hut (2 nights) to Shrine Mountain Inn, 4 people maximum
March 15-17, Uncle Bud’s Hut (2 nights)

Skiing around the Eiseman Hut

Pricing per person:

Note: The pricing below does not include hut fees (approximately $592/night for a maximum of 12 participants). Additional shuttle costs may apply based on group size and trailhead distances. Current 10th Mountain Hut Association COVID-19 Booking Policies

1 participant: $720.00/person/day
2 participants: $545.00/person/ day
3-7 participants: $395.00/person/day
8+ participants: $345.00/person/day

What You Get:

42 Years of Backcountry Experience: Our ski and splitboard guides are professionally trained in Avalanche Safety and Wilderness Medicine. 42+ years of shared backcountry ski guiding experience is engrained in the Paragon Guides Guide Mentorship Program.
Custom Planning: We will custom build your trip based on your group’s objectives, experience, and fitness levels.
Pre-Trip Orientation Meeting: A 2 hour meeting PRIOR to your trip’s departure to discuss logistics, gear, and expectations.
Trip meals: Meals included (with consideration of any dietary restrictions).
Reduced pack weight: Sleeping bags, dry goods, beer, and wine are already cached at the hut(s).

New to Paragon Guides Winter Hut Trips?

Newcomers will need to schedule a pre-trip “Shakedown Tour” with their guide(s).
- Guide-Participant meet and greet
- Skill and fitness check
- Familiarize yourself with new or rental equipment
- Guide will provide instruction and pointers
- 10% discount off Private Backcountry Day Tour pricing