Cabin des Roudons (haute)

Cabane des Roudons (haute) sits at 2,680m in the Hautes-Alpes, serving as a base for climbs in the Massif du Pelvoux. From Vallouise, follow the GR54 trail toward Glacier Blanc. The hut lies approximately 4–5 hours' walk from the Pré de Madame Carle car park, at the end of a steady climb through alpine meadows and scree. This is a serious approach: bring a headtorch for early starts.
The cabin is small and basic—a refuge hut rather than a staffed lodge. It sleeps around 12 people in bunk arrangements and operates year-round for those equipped for winter conditions. There is no warden on-site, no meals provided, and no electricity. Bring your own food, water, stove fuel, and sleeping bag. The hut offers shelter and a basic roof; that is all. Water comes from snowmelt or a nearby stream. Winter access requires glacier knowledge and crampons.
This is a self-service hut managed by volunteers. Check current access conditions before your trip—avalanche risk and snow cover can close the approach seasonally. Book via the FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) or contact the Vallouise Refuge des Écrins office for key access and latest updates. Come prepared for isolation and harsh weather. This hut suits experienced mountaineers accustomed to alpine self-sufficiency, not casual hikers.