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Butler Gulch

Butler Gulch is moderate hike or snowshoe near Jones Pass and Henderson mine. Distance typically 6–6.5 miles. Elevation gain typically 1,500–1,800 feet.

Butler Gulch is a forested and alpine valley south of Jones Pass and the Henderson mine. Trailhead is at 10,440 feet along the Jones Pass Road; timberline is about 11,400 feet. The head of the gulch is flanked by extensive talus and rock-glacier deposits and contains a few abandoned mines and glacial moraines. 

The Continental Divide Trail passes above the gulch on the ridge and it is possible to climb up the ridge to the CDT and follow it for a while west, returning either via Jones Pass or, after passing around the head of the valley, via the Stanley/CDT Spur trail back to the Butler Gulch parking area.  Or in reverse.

Following the CDT east takes you down to the Herman Lake Trail, suggesting a car shuttle trip.

  • Length: 6.5 mi
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Clear Creek Ranger District (ARNF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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