Family Summer Trip
“There could not be a better place to spend a long weekend with the family. We spent the days hiking and exploring the beautiful valley. Discovering the Santiago mine and driving to Argentine pass and summiting Mt. Edwards was a highlight for all. The stars were absolutely breathtaking at night with the milky way touching both horizons. What a great weekend!” ~Hannah A.
Experience the all time high of Tundra Hut and all that there is to do!
The hut is situated in an unique and isolated valley up in the Colorado mountains. There are many different activities up at the hut to interest you, friends and family. Winter or summer, the hut is an amazing place to visit.
Activities at the Hut
Options abound while visiting the hut to explore and discover nature and the wilderness
Backcountry Skiing
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Mountain Biking
Snowmobiling
4×4 Off-Roading
Relaxing
Dirt Biking
Prepping for Your Trip
Packing for a hut trip may seem daunting but no fear! We are here to help you remember what to bring.
Summer/Fall Trip Packing
During the snow-free months, you can drive to the hut making it easier to bring all the essentials for a great trip. Listed here are hut specific items you will want on your Tundra Hut adventure
- Water – bring drinking/cooking water with you or a water filter. There are rain barrels at the hut and a year-long spring about 1/4 mile away
- Sleeping Gear – bring sleeping bags or your own set of sheets and blankets. Pillows are provided at the hut
- Cooler – bring a cooler to keep all your perishable food cold, there is no refrigerator at the hut
- Warm Clothes – mountain weather is unpredictable, storms and cold nights mean you should bring a jacket and long pants even during the height of summer
- Sun Protection – at such a high elevation, the sun is very strong, even on cloudy days. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
- Headlamp – not a need-to-have (there are lights in the hut) but a great extra at night for stargazing or walking around the hut while others sleep
- Ear Plugs – Are you light sleeper? With a group of folks in the hut, ear plugs can help you get a full nights sleep
Winter Trip Packing
Packing for a winter trip can seem like a lot, but this list highlights the essentials when visiting the Tundra Hut.
- Sleeping Bag – bring a 20 degree or similar sleeping bag, even in a hut it can get chilly at night so a summer weight sleeping bag probably won’t be enough. Pillows are provided at the hut.
- Clothing – bring warm clothes for when you are outside and a set of comfy clothes for hanging in the hut.
- Hut Shoes – having a pair of slippers/crocs/sandals for inside the hut is great to keep your feet warm
- Sun Protection – at such a high elevation, the sun is very strong, even in the winter. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
- Emergency Gear – bring a small first air kit, emergency shelter, lighter, and a emergency communication device. The hut is up an isolated valley with little to no cell phone service, be prepared.
- Repair Kit – bring items to repair your equipment if necessary
- Headlamp – bring a headlamp as safety equipment and luxury while walking around the hut while others sleep at night
- Ear Plugs – Are you light sleeper? With a group of folks in the hut, ear plugs can help you get a full nights sleep
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Winter:– You will be melting snow for water; use the wood stove and giant melting pots (do not use the propane stovetop). Do not put anything in the pots including fingers and water filters– Turn on the fan in the bathroom when you arrive. Dump a half-cup of sawdust after […]