Gaffney’s Playground

The cliff band between Rush Chute and Lift Gully. There are small sections and huge sections. You would definitely want to scout your landing before attempting to hit these cliffs. Be aware of avalanche danger both above the cliffs and in the landing zone.

Maps

*All Mapped Areas are Approximations

Trailheads

Berthoud Pass Parking Lot

Located at the summit of Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Reports

03/03/2020 - (Lift Gully)

12/15/2019 - (Hollywood Cliffs)

12/26/2017 - (Nitro and Rush)

12/11/2016 - (Lift Gully)

02/18/2013 - (Multiple Reports)

02/02/2013 - (Rush Chute)

05/22/2011 - (Multiple Reports)

05/21/2011 - (Lift Gully)

Images

Gaffney's Playground cliff drops

West Side Exit Runs

The Upper West Side

Guide Books

Making Turns in Colorado's Front Range Vol. 2 by Fritz Sperry

Backcountry Skiing: Berthoud Pass, Colorado by Rob Writz

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*All Mapped Areas are Approximations

tagged: Berthoud Pass, Front Range, Grand County

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