Berrian Mountain

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Berrian Mountain

Page Type:	Mountain/Rock
Lat/Lon:	39.55539°N / 105.29245°W
County:	Jefferson County
Activities:	Hiking
Season:	Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Elevation:	9147 ft / 2788 m
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Overview

Berrian Mountain

Elevation: 9151 ft / 2789 m

Distance: 3.3 Miles RT

Elevation Start: 8,182 ft

Highest Point: 9,151 ft

Total Elevation Gain: 995 ft

Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 Hours RT

Berrian Mountain is a mountain summit in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. The 9,151-foot (2,789 m) peak is located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) north-northeast (bearing 17°) of the community of Aspen Park in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States.

According to Jefferson County Archives, Berrian Mountain was named after George, Dan, and Ray Berrian and the Berrian family who came from Kansas to Colorado in 1887. Previously, it may have been called McIntyre Mountain after Duncan McIntyre, who owned property on the east side of the mountain where Midway House is located.

Getting There

Trailhead: S. Armadillo Trail Rd

Getting Here: From Highway 285 in Aspen Park, Colorado take CO73 towards Evergreen. Drive about 2.5 miles to Gray Fox Drive for about a mile and bear right onto S. Armadillo Trail. Continue for 2.2 miles until you reach the unsigned and unmarked trailhead on the right side of the road.

Fees: There is no fee to hike Berrian Mountain.

Parking: Parking for Berrian Mountain is very limited, approximately around 5 – 6 can fit in designated ‘’parking’’ area. Weekends are definitely busier than weekdays, early start likely will give you better parking chances. There are no restrooms at the trailhead and parking is along the road, so please be respectful of residents when parking.

Route

My Alltrails 3D Route:

The trail passes through private property before taking you up to the ridge. When passing through private property easements and right-of-ways it is especially important to stay on the path and respect posted guidance. Local officials and private landowners work in partnership to provide public access to this area. Staying on the path while on private property ensures that agreements between local officials and the landowner are upheld and that this trail remains open to the public in the future.

General Park Rules:

Dogs and pets must be on a leash and under physical control at all times.
Pet waste must be picked up and disposed of properly.
No use or display of marijuana or the use of illegal drugs.
No glass bottles or any glass containers allowed in parks.
No littering. Use trash cans and dumpsters or pack it out.
No weapons, firearms, or fireworks.
Disturbing the peace, including loud music or sound, is prohibited.
The sale of goods and services requires a Parks and Recreation Permit.
No overnight camping, tents, enclosures, or other unpermitted structures such as air castles, pools, or water slides.
Motorized vehicles allowed only on roads and in parking areas.
Large gatherings normally require a permit. To reserve a permit site call Denver Parks and Recreation Permit Office at (720) 913-0700
Any type of tree attachment, other than slack lines or hammocks, is prohibited. Any type of attachment to park structures is prohibited.
Removal or damage to plants or structures is prohibited.
Fires and coals are allowed in grills only. Grills must be least 12 inches off the ground.
Thoroughly extinguish all charcoals, dispose of properly or pack it out.
No feeding or disturbing wildlife. A license is required for fishing.
Hand-launched watercraft are allowed on five lakes in Denver parks with required safety equipment. Find full location and equipment requirement details.
No swimming is allowed except in swimming pools.
Swimming or wading in fountains is prohibited.
Rock climbing and off-trail use are prohibited at Red Rocks and Summit Lake Parks.