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Peter Grubb Hut

Operated by Sierra Club

Peter Grubb Hut backcountry hut photo
Elevation
7,800 ft
Sleeps
15
Approach
3 mi
Approach time
2.5 hr
Difficulty
Moderate
Activities
Ski, Hike
Season
Year-round
Ski quality
❄❄❄ 3/5 Solid alpine · glades
Raw price
$30 to $50 pp/night or whole hut, est (verify Hipcamp)
Per person per night
$40
Booking difficulty
High
Book ahead
3 months
Cell service
No
Water source
Snowmelt

Data verified 2026-04-22

Notes

Shortest approach of the 4 Sierra Club Tahoe backcountry huts at 3 miles from Donner Summit. Best first-timer pick. Castle Peak terrain. Wood stove, kitchen, two-story outhouse.

Features
Historic
Best for
GroupsFirst timers
Avalanche forecast

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Location
Hut 39.3500, -120.3500
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