Middle Boulder
Indian Peaks Wilderness · Colorado
Middle Boulder is one of the permitted entry points in Indian Peaks Wilderness on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 55/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
When permits are released
The entire Jun 1 – Sep 15 overnight quota season goes on sale the first Tuesday of March at 8:00 AM Mountain (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-zone quota). Short-notice leftovers also sell via a separate 3-day advance permit.
Demand
Moderate demand (55/100)
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Isabelle Glacier via Pawnee Pass Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Arapaho Pass and Lake Dorothy Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Columbine Lake Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Diamond Lake Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Mt Neva Loop via 4th Of July Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Middle Boulder permits open?
The entire Jun 1 – Sep 15 overnight quota season goes on sale the first Tuesday of March at 8:00 AM Mountain (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-zone quota). Short-notice leftovers also sell via a separate 3-day advance permit. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.
What if my dates are sold out?
Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Middle Boulder to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.
How competitive is Middle Boulder?
The live demand score is 55/100. Odds of catching an opening are moderate - popular dates sell out.
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.
Nearby passes
- Jasper Lake Group - 2 mi away
- Jasper Lake - 2 mi away
- Devils Thumb - 2 mi away
- Devils Thumb Group - 2 mi away
- Diamond Lake - 2 mi away
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