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Boreas Pass Section House

The section house is located at the summit of Boreas Pass and in the late 1800s and early 1900s served as the main building for the Denver, South Pacific, and Pacific Railroad when it made its way over the pass. This area was the site of the highest narrow guage railroad in the United States. During the period between 1870 and 1920, a town of 150 people existed at Boreas Pass helping to maintain the railroad and the trains that passed by. Today the Section House is restored to its former glory.…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 39.41050303, -105.967658

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Last Chance #1945
  • New York Mountain #1876
  • CHAPMAN CAMPGROUND AND GROUP
  • Chapman Lake #1923
  • Chapman Gulch #1920
  • Nolan Lake #1898

Frequently asked questions

Is Boreas Pass Section House reservable?

Boreas Pass Section House is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Boreas Pass Section House?

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How do I book a campsite at Boreas Pass Section House?

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