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Green Wilson Hut

Operated by Alfred A. Braun

Green Wilson Hut backcountry hut photo
Elevation
11,280 ft
Sleeps
8
Approach
5.3 mi
Approach time
4 hr
Difficulty
Expert
Activities
Ski
Season
Winter only
Ski quality
❄❄❄❄ 4/5 Excellent alpine · couloirs · ski-mountaineering
Raw price
$40 to $45 pp/night
Per person per night
$40
Booking difficulty
Very High
Book ahead
8 months
Cell service
No
Water source
Snowmelt

Data verified 2026-04-22

Notes

Paired with Tagert Hut in the upper Castle Creek drainage. Original 1978 structure is being replaced with a build designed for heavy snow loads. Steep switchbacks on approach, continuously exposed to serious avalanche terrain.

Features
Historic
Best for
Experts
Avalanche forecast

Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC)

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Our read of the relevant forecast center. Check the bulletin before every winter tour. ATES-style terrain calls on this site are opinions, not formal assessments.

Location
Hut 39.0035, -106.8389
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