Kirk -
I attempted to find the WTPT about 2 weeks ago on Guanella Pass.
The road to the closure/parking lot was dry and easy driving. The road is closed about 1.75 miles from the pass, but the hike up was not bad. If it has snowed a bunch since then, it could be difficult. I wore microspikes with hiking boots. Snowshoes would have been useful, but they weren't necessary. You can check out
14ers.com for an update on the trailhead status, as it may have been updated more recently.
I found no signs of the birds around the pass nor on the first mile of the trail up Bierstadt. I later read that they stay under the snow during the winter. But, there are sightings on eBird not that long ago.
I'd be curious if someone could confirm that looking for them at this point is futile. Anyone?
Kevin Ash
Colorado Springs, CO