Hessie Trailhead

IPW restrictions for permits, parking, and entry vary by season and trailhead. Go here for current information.  Indian Peaks Wilderness requires an organized group permit and an overnight/camping permit any time of the year, available at recreation.gov for a fee.

All the trails and destinations from this trailhead are very popular, mostly during the summer and early fall, so the there is limited parking along the road at the trailhead, between signs.  During these times  there is a free 4.2 mile shuttle service from Nederland High School, 597 Co Hwy 130, Nederland, CO 80466,

Alternate titles - 

Hessie TH to Devils Thumb
Hessie TH to Lost Lake
Hessie TH to King LakeHessie TH to Skyscraper Reservoir
Hessie TH to Woodland Lake
Hessie TH to Diamond LakeHessie TH to Skyscraper Peak
Hessie TH to Storm Lake

Hessie TH to Arestua Hut

High Lonesome Loop Hessie Eldora - 16 miles, 3300' gain

• Suitable Activities: Backcountry Nordic Skiing, Camping, Hiking, Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing
• Seasons: Year-round
• Weather: View weather forecast
• Avalanche Terrain Rating Complex View avalanche forecast.

• Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
  Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, Boulder Ranger District (ARNF)
• Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12