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Continental Divide & Point Breeze Cabins Continental Divide Cabin
Continental Divide Cabin is a privately owned hut booked by 10th Mountain. This hut, aptly named, is relatively easy to get to and also serves as a connection between the 10th Mountain Division Hut, Sangree’s Hut, Emmelyn Hut, and Vance’s Cabin. The Continental Divide Cabin also sits just a few hundred yards from the Point Breeze Cabin. In winter there are over fifteen miles of rewarding beginner to intermediate cross country ski and snowshoe trails close by. Nearby Chicago Ridge and Ski Cooper offer the closest “turns”.
On your way to/from the cabins in summer, consider a bike ride along the paved Leadville Mineral Belt Trail, a train ride on the Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad, a visit to the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum, or a visit to the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. These activities are great for kids and adults, and are a fun way to learn about Leadville’s amazing history. Also, the Colorado Trail route to the cabins offers a great opportunity for kids to find the blue diamonds and lead the way, and once you arrive, don’t forget a visit to the nearby tipi!
Hut Information
Owned By
Privately Owned
Open
Summer / Winter
Winter Mileage*
.8
Closest Town
Leadville
Hut Elevation
10,500'
Cumulative Elevation Gain*
135'
Layout
Single story cabin sleeps eight (8). Two private bedrooms each sleeping two people and an additional four beds in the common area. All beds are singles.
*from Tennessee Pass Trailhead
Amenities
Heat
Wood
Oven
Wood
Refrigeration
Yes
Water
Cistern, Snow Melt**
Toilet
Outhouse, Covered Walkway
Ada Accessible
No
Sauna
No
Fire Ring
No
Grill
Yes
Dogs
No
Charging
USB
Gear Cart
Yes*
* Summer only
** Winter only
Details
- Firewood, starter paper, matches, ax
- Propane for kitchen burners and grill on deck
- Solar powered refrigerator and lights
- Hand pump in kitchen dispenses water from a well-fed cistern. Unlike cistern water at many other huts, this non-potable water can be used for drinking if filtered. Bring your own filter.
- Pots, pans, potholders, dishware, cooking and eating utensils, percolator and French press, salt & pepper
- Paper towels, dishtowels, dish soap, hand sanitizer, cleaning supplies, trash bags, toilet paper
- Mattresses, pillows
- 2 Portable cribs, high chair, potty seat
- Deck with comfortable furniture
- Nearby tipi
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Location
Official 10th Mountain Division Map
CalTopo
Winter Map : Continental Divide E/W + Betty Bear Map
View / PrintNational Geographic
Map : Eagles Nest/Holy Cross; Breckenridge/Tennessee Pass
USFS
Map : San Isabel National Forest
Trailheads/Routes
The main winter route into the Continental Divide Cabin from Tennessee Pass is a delightful ski or snowshoe given its short distance and minimal elevation gain. More challenging and adventurous routes would include beginning from the Crane Park Trailhead or the 10th Mountain Division Hut.
Continental Divide & Point Breeze Cabins Winter Information PDF
Routes
Continental Divide Cabin from Tennessee Pass Trailhead/Standard Winter Route
Total Mileage
.8
Trailhead Elevation
10,424'
Cumulative Elevation Gain
135'
Continental Divide Cabin from Crane Park Trailhead
Total Mileage
2.8
Trailhead Elevation
10,137'
Cumulative Elevation Gain
513'
Hut to Hut/Continental Divide Cabin to 10th Mountain Hut
Total Mileage
4.1
Trailhead Elevation
10,500'
Cumulative Elevation Gain
1,251'
Cumulative Elevation Loss
380'
The main summer route into the Continental Divide Cabin from Tennessee Pass is a delightful hike or bike given its short distance and minimal elevation gain. More challenging and adventurous routes would include beginning from the Crane Park Trailhead or the 10th Mountain Division Hut. There is no vehicle access to Continental Divide Cabin in summer.
Summer Water Source Information
Continental Divide & Point Breeze Cabins Summer Information PDF
Routes
Hike on Trail to Continental Divide & Point Breeze Cabins from Tennessee Pass Trailhead via Colorado Trail
Total Mileage
.8
Trailhead Elevation
10,424'
Cumulative Elevation Gain
135'
Hike on Dirt Road/Trail Combo to Continental Divide Cabin from Crane Park Trailhead
Total Mileage
3.2
Trailhead Elevation
10,137'
Cumulative Elevation Gain
513'
Weather
Current Condition
This Afternoon
Snow Showers Likely
Snow showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 24. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of around one inch possible.
Tonight
Snow Showers Likely
Snow showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6. Wind chill values as low as -10. West northwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.
Saturday
Snow Showers And Areas Of Blowing Snow
Snow showers and areas of blowing snow before 1pm, then a chance of snow showers and patchy blowing snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 16. Wind chill values as low as -13. West northwest wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Saturday Night
Snow Showers And Blowing Snow
Snow showers before 10pm, then snow showers and blowing snow. Cloudy, with a low around 9. Wind chill values as low as -5. West wind 15 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.
Sunday
Snow Showers And Blowing Snow
Snow showers and blowing snow. Cloudy, with a high near 24. West northwest wind 20 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
Sunday Night
Snow Showers Likely And Patchy Blowing Snow
Snow showers likely and patchy blowing snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18. West wind 10 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
Monday
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Partly Sunny
A slight chance of snow showers before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 33. West northwest wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Monday Night
Partly Cloudy
Partly cloudy, with a low around 15. West wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tuesday
Sunny
Sunny, with a high near 39. West northwest wind around 10 mph.
Tuesday Night
Mostly Clear
Mostly clear, with a low around 16. West wind around 10 mph.
Wednesday
Mostly Sunny
Mostly sunny, with a high near 43. West wind around 10 mph.
Wednesday Night
Partly Cloudy
Partly cloudy, with a low around 18. West southwest wind around 10 mph.
Thursday
Mostly Sunny
Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. West wind 10 to 15 mph.
Thursday Night
Partly Cloudy
Partly cloudy, with a low around 17. Southwest wind around 10 mph.