Uncle Buds Hut

Named after Bud Winter (1925-1945) and managed by the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association. Bud Winter was one of the 33 men who participated in and finished the "trooper traverse" - a winter ski trip from Leadville, Colorado to Aspen Colorado in 1944. Bud Winter was killed in action during World War  II while serving in Italy. Uncle Buds Hut is a popular destination for back country skiers and for experienced skiers looking to complete a loop with the Skinner Hut and BettyBear Hut. Book your reservations for Uncle Buds Hut at huts.org