Located above the pristine Empire Reservoir, the Emma Yurt is nestled behind the Mosquito Mountain Range and Mt. Sherman. Climbing the ridge behind the yurt opens visitors up to views of Mt. Elbert, Mt. Massive and the Collegiate Range.
The Marceline and Emma yurts are designed for summer and winter recreation. Our yurts offer unique lodging, spectacular views, intimate contact with the land, and endless recreational opportunities. Located above the pristine Empire Reservoir at 12,000 ft. above sea level, these yurts are nestled behind the Mosquito Mountain Range and Mt. Sherman. Climbing the ridge behind the yurts, the views of Mt. Elbert, Mt. Massive and the Collegiate ranges are spectacular! Opportunities for wildlife viewing include elk, deer, bear, redtail hawk, sheep as well as many other animals. In winter, "bowl" skiing is limitless!
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Hut Tripper aims to be the go-to hub for backcountry hut exploration, crowd-sourced beta, and trip planning resources geared toward winter backcountry travelers. We're backcountry enthusiasts, ourselves, combining our love for alpine skiing, the wilderness, and adventure.
We exist to empower new & existing backcountry travelers to explore the mountains in a responsible and informed way, consolidating winter backcountry accommodations as far east as the Rockies and detailing each with an ever-evolving list of hut details and beta.
