MCNAMARA HUT

McNamara Hut.

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

Hut Elevation: 10,360'

Layout and capacity: Bunk room that sleeps 4 downstairs, 1 private room with a double bed plus 10 single beds in a communal sleeping room upstairs. Capacity 16.

Hut Location: Located in Burnt Hole deep in the forest on the north side of Bald Knob (11,092 feet), the McNamara Hut has a cozy secluded feeling that lends itself to sipping tea by the wood burner or exploring the nearby forest. You'll find good intermediate ski touring on Bald Knob, and experts can strike out on long tours east towards the Continental Divide. [locator map]

Maps:
10th Mountain Brochure System Map [section from brochure map]
Official 10th Mountain, Winter: Smuggler Mountain [example]
Official 10th Mountain, Summer: (hut closed during summer)
USGS Map: Thimble Rock Quadrangle
USFS Forest Visitor's Map: White River National Forest

Dates Open: Thanksgiving through 30 April.

Owned By: 10th Mountain Division Hut Association  Oven: Woodburning   Sauna: No

Winter Trail Access

• Trailhead: Upper Hunter Creek, elevation 8,380' Route: Via Van Horn Park, Total Mileage 5.7

• Trailhead: Margy's Hut, elevation 11,300' Route: Via Spruce Creek, Total Mileage 8.2

• Trailhead: Benedict Huts, elevation 10,970' Not a 10th Mountain suggested route. Due to Forest Service Primitive Wilderness designation, no cleared trail or trail markings are allowed in the No Name Creek drainage. The route between the McNamara and Benedict Huts is very difficult and rarely skied in either direction. Total Mileage 8.

Summer Trail Access

• Closed in Summer

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