Backcountry Ice Climbing - Ouray & Telluride

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the thrill of backcountry ice climbing with Mountain Trip, where adventure meets expertise in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. Since 1973, our AMGA certified or trained guides have delivered personalized experiences for all skill levels, blending education and fun. Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn or an advanced climber seeking a challenge, our tailored trips deliver excitement and growth.

Explore stunning ice flows and formations in remote backcountry settings near Ouray, Silverton, and Telluride, with routes customized to your goals. Our guides provide expert instruction on essential ice climbing techniques, safety protocols, and alpine skills to help you build confidence and master single- and multi-pitch ice climbs.

With all technical gear provided, you can focus on the climb. Backed by more than 50 years of experience and a passion for adventure, Mountain Trip offers an unforgettable backcountry ice climbing experience. Book today!

What's Included

All technical gear for ice climbing, including boots, crampons, ice tools, harness and helmet.
Guide gratuity
Personal clothing
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Transportation is available only upon request.

OR
Meeting point

Your guide will be in touch with you before your trip about specific meeting instructions.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Mountain Trip’s guided Backcountry Ice Climbing adventures offer an exhilarating experience in the San Juan Mountains near Ouray, Silverton, and Telluride. Since 1973, our AMGA certified or trained guides have provided personalized trips for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced climbers.

What to expect:
• Tailored climbing: Customized routes to match your skill level and goals.
• Expert instruction: Learn ice climbing techniques and alpine skills.
• Diverse terrain: Explore ice routes in remote backcountry locations.
• Provided gear: Includes boots, crampons, ice tools, harness and helmet.

Why Mountain Trip?
• 50+ Years of expertise: Trusted for local knowledge and skill.
• Accreditation: Mountain Trip is an accredited business of the American Mountain Guiding Association (AMGA).
• Passion for adventure: We create unforgettable, personalized climbing experiences.

Discover the beauty, challenge, and thrill of backcountry ice climbing with Mountain Trip. Book today to begin your adventure!

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Mountain Trip

Tags

Winter Sports
Extreme Sports
Ice Climbing
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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