The McNamara Hut was one of the original two huts in the 10th Mountain hut system, offering visitors intermediate ski touring on Bald Knob and more advanced tours east towards the Continental Divide.
Built in 1982, McNamara hut was one of the original two huts in the 10th Mountain system (the other is Margy's, built during the same summer). The hut is a memorial to Margy McNamara (as Margy's Hut is as well). Funds to build the hut were donated by Margy's husband Robert, who served as secretary of defense. The hut is owned by 10th Mountain and is only open during the winter season due to a nearby elk herd
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