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Shrine Mountain Inn

Operated by 10th Mountain Division

Satellite view of the area around Shrine Mountain Inn
Approximate location · Imagery © Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Elevation
11,210 ft
Sleeps
16
Approach
2.8 mi
Approach time
2 hr
Difficulty
Moderate
Activities
Ski, Hike
Season
Ski+summer
Ski quality
❄❄❄ 3/5 Solid glades · alpine
Raw price
$40 to $45 pp/night
Per person per night
$42
Booking difficulty
Very High
Book ahead
8 months
Cell service
Limited
Water source
Potable

Data verified 2026-04-22

Notes

Three cabins. Electricity, running water, flush toilets. Most comfortable in 10th Mtn system. Great for first-time hut trippers who want backcountry vibe with indoor plumbing.

Features
ElectricityFamily friendlyEasy approach
Best for
First timersFamiliesGroupsCouples
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Location
Hut Shrine Pass TH (Vail Pass) Traced approach (representative) 39.5500, -106.2400
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Approach elevation
10,400 ft 10,600 ft 10,800 ft 11,000 ft 11,200 ft 11,400 ft 0.0 mi 0.5 mi 1.0 mi 1.5 mi 2.0 mi Shrine Pass TH (Vail Pass) Shrine Mountain Inn 2.4 mi · +535 ft gain

Source: SRTM elevations via BRouter; operator figures may differ

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Booking opens on the operator's own site.