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Estes Park Rock Climbing
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Rock climbing in Estes Park, with panoramic views of Rocky Mountain National Park as your backdrop, is one of the most epic ways to experience Colorado’s Front Range. While many think of rock climbing are […]

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A climber in Colorado climbing snow to get to the top of a mountain
Colorado Classic Couloirs
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Join us for Colorado snow climbing on classic couloirs. Have you taken a mountaineering course? Are you eager to get out and apply what you learned? Then this is the mountain experience for you. Climb […]

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A climber training for the Matterhorn during Golden Mountain Guides 4 day Matterhorn Prep Course
Matterhorn Prep Course
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Prepare for the Matterhorn with our Colorado based prep course. Train and climb on challenging alpine terrain in the Front Range to develop the skills, fitness, and confidence needed for a successful Matterhorn ascent. This […]

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Climb the Matterhorn
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Is climbing this iconic mountain on your bucket list? If so, we can help with our guided Matterhorn climbing trips. In-country training, climbing, and acclimatization with expert guidance from one of our IFMGA Licensed Mountain […]

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Rock Rescue Essentials 1
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Learn the crucial skills and techniques of rock rescue. Master self-rescue, partner assistance, and emergency scenarios to ensure safety and confidence on every climb.

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Women’s Intro to Sport Leading
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Join our women’s sport leading clinic to build confidence, learn lead climbing techniques, and connect with a supportive community—all guided by experienced women in the guiding industry.

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North Cascades National Park climbing and mountaineering
North Cascades Mountaineering and Climbing

Dramatic peaks, glacial valleys, and untouched alpine wilderness—North Cascades National Park offers some of the most exhilarating climbing in North America. Learn glacier travel, crevasse rescue, or summit iconic peaks like Mount Shuksan and Forbidden […]

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Incredible cliffs for rock climbing at Staunton State Park in Colorado
Staunton State Park
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Located just 30 minutes west of Denver, Staunton State Park offers over 400 routes ranging from beginner-friendly 5.4s to challenging 5.13d climbs. Whether you’re new to climbing, seeking beginner or advanced multi-pitch adventures, our certified […]

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Introduction to mountaineering students in Colorado
Introduction to Mountaineering Course
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We all dream big, and taking the next steps can be daunting, but luckily we can help. Our Introduction to Mountaineering Course can help beginner climbers learn and practice the skills needed for mountaineering, and […]

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Crevasse rescue course in Colorado
Crevasse Rescue Course
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Are you planning to travel on glaciated terrain? Do you have the technical skills to haul your partner out of a crevasse? Our Crevasse Rescue Course can help give you the confidence and skills needed […]

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Sunset on the cliffs of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado
Black Canyon Rock Climbing
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Perfect for those looking to test their skills on classic multi-pitch and trad routes. Black Canyon climbing is bold, wild, and unforgettable. From long rappels into the canyon to committing crack systems and big air […]

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A rock climber enjoying the views on Playin Hooky in Clear Creek Canyon outside Golden Colorado
Playin’ Hooky
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Looking to break into multi-pitch climbing? Playin’ Hooky in Clear Creek Canyon is a classic 5.8 sport route offering 4 to 6 pitches of fun, well-bolted climbing with a short approach and big views over […]

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Rock climbers scaling walls at the Ice Cream Parlor in Moab Utah
Moab Full Day Rock Climbing
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Experience Moab’s iconic red rock terrain, towering desert spires, classic crack climbing this adventure offers routes for all skill levels. Enjoy stunning views, varied climbs, and the unique geology that makes Moab a world-class climbing […]

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Sunrise over The Citadel during a mountaineering trip in Colorado
The Citadel
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Looking for an “off the beaten path” climbing objective? As one of the most underrated mountaineering routes in Colorado, the Citadel has steep snow climbing and an exposed ridge traverse with technical climbing with a […]

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Looking Glass Rock in Moab Utah
Looking Glass Rock
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Looking Glass Rock is a must-do Moab adventure. A short, beginner-friendly climb leads to a stunning summit with 360° desert views. The real highlight? A thrilling 130 foot free-hanging rappel through the center of the […]

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View of Lighthouse Tower from the Colorado River
Lighthouse Tower
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For more experienced climbers looking for their next challenge, The classic route, Lonely Vigil (5.10a), features four pitches of varied climbing—including crack systems, a memorable stem box crux, and an airy summit block. This climb […]

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A rock climber stands on top of Ancient Art outside of Moab Utah
Ancient Art
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Ancient Art in Moab’s Fisher Towers is a desert tower classic that’s as photogenic as it is thrilling. The standard route, Stolen Chimney, features four pitches of chimney climbing, bolt ladders, and the famously exposed […]

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Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming
Devils Tower Rock Climbing
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Ready to tackle a North American Classic route? Devils Tower is a legendary climbing destination offering steep, splitter cracks and panoramic summit views. The classic Durrance Route (5.6–5.7, Grade III) is the most popular line, […]

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A rock climber on the dihedral pitch of Outer Space in Boulder Colorado
Outer Space
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Classic, challenging, steep, exposed are what best describes Outer Space in Eldorado Canyon State Park. This 5.10b/c will challenge your climbing abilities on both face and crack climbing techniques. Starting with the first two pitches […]

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A rock climber on the Upper Ruper Traverse in Eldorado Canyon State Park Colorado
Ruper
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Ruper is a six-pitch 5.8+ climb on Eldorado Canyon’s Redgarden Wall, offering sustained movement, varied terrain, and significant exposure. The route is divided into two sections of three pitches each, with a large ledge at […]

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A climber on the last pitch of the Yellow Spur in Boulder Colorado
The Yellow Spur
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Are you a climber looking to step into more challenging terrain? This 5.9+ route offering striking and engaging line that weaves its way up Eldorado Canyon’s iconic Redgarden Wall. With six pitches of technical movement, […]

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A rock climber topping out Rewritten in Eldorado Canyon State Park Colorado
Rewritten
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Looking to step into the world of longer, more adventurous multi-pitch climbing? Rewritten (5.7) is a six-pitch classic in Eldorado Canyon that offers a mix of face and crack climbing, airy traverses, and incredible canyon […]

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A climber on the first pitch of the Bastille Crack in Boulder Colorado
The Bastille Crack
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One of Colorado’s most iconic and accessible multi-pitch routes! The Bastille Crack (5.7) in Eldorado Canyon is a five-pitch classic that starts just steps from the road and delivers a full-value experience. Climbers can expect […]

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Caslteton tower in Moab Utah from the side in winter
Castleton Tower
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Castleton Tower (5.9–5.9+) in Castle Valley, Utah, offers a true desert adventure with steep crack systems, exposed climbing, and panoramic views of the surrounding red rock landscape. Whether you choose the classic Kor-Ingalls Route (5.9+)—featured […]

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Advanced mountaineering climbing course in Colorado
Advanced Mountaineering Course
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Do you have mountaineering experience? Are you looking to take the next step and feel more confident in your climbing knowledge? Our Advanced Mountaineering Course will give you the rope skills, mountain knowledge, and decision […]

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Technical ropework for mountaineering students in the Colorado mountains
Technical Ropework for Mountaineering
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Are you looking to unlock the door to exhilarating mountaineering adventures in Colorado and beyond? Our one day Technical Ropework for Mountaineering Course covers technical aspects of climbing such as advanced anchor building, descent techniques, […]

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An SPI candidate demonstrating technical rock climbing skills in Golden Colorado
AMGA SPI Assessment
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Ready to take the next step in your climbing instruction career? The AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) Assessment is a two-day evaluation designed to test your proficiency in single-pitch climbing instruction. Over the course of […]

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AMGA SPI Candidates preparing for their assessment in Golden Colorado
SPI Assessment Prep Day
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Taking your SPI exam? Our SPI Prep Day is designed to fine-tune your skills and build confidence ahead of the exam. You’ll work one-on-one with an SPI examiner to identify areas for improvement, sharpen your […]

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AMGA SPI Course in Golden Colorado
AMGA SPI Course
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Looking to take the next step toward becoming a certified climbing instructor? The AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) Course is a three-day program designed to equip you with the technical skills, instructional techniques, and risk […]

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A rock climber on Swanson Arete in Eldorado Canyon State Park Colorado
Swanson Arete
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A beginner-friendly multi-pitch adventure with big exposure and classic Eldo character! Swanson Arete (5.5) offers five to six pitches of varied climbing up the Redgarden Wall, featuring chimney moves, face climbing, and an airy arete […]

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Beginner climbing course students in Golden Colorado
Beginner Climbing Course
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If you’re a first time climber, or have limited experience with rock climbing, our Beginner Climbing Course is specifically for you. This course will give you the basics needed for outdoor rock climbing including movement, […]

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Gym to crag students learning in Golden Colorado
Gym to Crag
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Have you climbed in the indoor climbing gym? Are you ready to transition to rock climbing outdoors? Our Gym to Crag course can help prepare you for the exhilarating world of outdoor rock climbing. Topics […]

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Learn to Lead Climb
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If you’ve got top rope climbing experience and are looking to take your climbing to the next level, then check out our Learn to Lead Climb course. Over the course of two days, you’ll learn […]

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Introduction to trad climbing in Golden Colorado
Introduction to Trad Climbing
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Ready to transition from bolted routes to placing your own protection? Our Intro to Trad course is a two-day program designed to build your confidence and competence in traditional climbing techniques. You’ll learn essential skills […]

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Anchors course in Golden Colorado
Climbing Anchors Course
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Building solid anchors is a cornerstone skill for any climber venturing into outdoor terrain. The Climbing Anchors Course is a full-day, hands-on program focused on demystifying anchor systems for sport, trad, and natural protection. You’ll […]

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Rock climbing rescue course in Colorado
Rock Rescue Essentials 2
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Rock Rescue Essentials 2 is a two-day course designed to deepen your self-rescue skills and prepare you for complex scenarios in both single- and multi-pitch environments. Building upon the fundamentals, you’ll practice advanced techniques like […]

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Crack Climbing Course
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Mastering crack technique is key to progressing on classic trad routes. This one-day course focuses on developing the skills needed to climb a variety of crack sizes with confidence and teach you techniques for jamming […]

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Climbing Progression Series 1
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Elevate your climbing skills with our Climbing Progression Series 1, a four-day immersive course designed to advance your abilities in movement, technical systems, and rescue techniques. Each day focuses on a key area: climbing movement […]

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A student in the bigwall climbing course learning how to set up a portaledge in moab utah
Bigwall Climbing Course
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Big wall climbing demands a unique blend of endurance, technical proficiency, and mental resilience. Our Bigwall Climbing Course is designed to equip you with the essential skills for tackling multi-day ascents on towering rock faces. […]

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Privately guided mountaineering trips in Colorado
Privately Guided Mountaineering
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Looking for a custom mountain adventure built around your goals? Our privately guided mountaineering trips take you to stunning alpine locations across Colorado and beyond. From classic 13ers and 14ers to technical ridgelines, we’ll help […]

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Privately Guided Rock Climbing
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Offering a personalized experience tailored to your skill level and goals. Whether you’re a beginner looking to try outdoor climbing or an experienced climber aiming to tackle a specific route, our guides will customize the […]

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A rock climber rappelling off the Maiden in Boulder Colorado
Climb the Maiden
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The Maiden is an adventurous climb tucked into the Flatirons, combining technical rock climbing with scrambling, hiking, and even a bit of caving. Choose between the North Face (5.6) or the East Ridge (5.10c) to […]

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Climbers view of the Flatirons in Boulder Colorado
Climb a Flatiron
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Climbing a Flatiron is a quintessential Boulder experience, offering an approachable yet adventurous outing for climbers of all levels. These iconic sandstone slabs rise dramatically above the city, providing over 1,000 feet of climbing and […]

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