Boreas Pass Road

Boreas pass is a high mountain pass in the Rocky Mountains that sits on the Continental Divide at 11,481'. Forest Service Road 33 goes over the pass and has numerous campsites all along its length, with several near the summit that feature breathtaking views of the Tenmile Range and the Breckenridge Valley.

To get there from the town of Breckenridge, go south out of town on Main Street and take a left on Boreas Pass Road and follow it all the way to the summit.

From the towns of Fairplay and Jefferson, take Highway 285 north and south, respectively, and go left and right, respectively, onto Boreas Pass road towards Como, and then right onto Boreas Pass Road in town.

In winter the road is impassable but is often used by cross-country skiers. Mileage listed is for the distance from Breckenridge to the summit.

Note that during monsoon season lightening strikes are always a concern. 

Boreas Pass has moved to designated dispersed camping in this area due to the heavy use in general and the illegal residential use this area receives (including people sleeping in their vans then going to their 9-5 job in the morning). General info about these campsites:

This designated dispersed camping area along County Road 10 has 23 sites. There is a 14 day stay limit. Camping in a location that is not designated(signed) could result in a citation from the U.S. Forest Service. Also, parking on the shoulder of the county road at a location that is not designated(signed) for recreation could result in a citation from local law enforcement. Using any location on U.S. Forest land for residential purposes could result in a citation from the U.S. Forest Service. Regulations pertaining to designated dispersed camping are as follows:

1. Camp only in designated sites.

2. No camping at trailheads.

3. Food and garbage must be properly secured: Properly secure food, garbage, or cooking equipment: in bear-resistant containers or inside vehicles in sealed containers.

4. Pack out all waste: human, garbage, paper, organics, etc.

KEEP IN MIND:

The road is pretty flat and narrow at times. Passing can be difficult in spots and this is one of many reasons why recreation is allowed only at certain locations.