Telluride Classic Ice Climbs
Duration
8 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Learn essential gear use, including crampons and ice tools
Progress from introductory climbs to multi-pitch, mixed, and alpine routes
Experienced guides provide instruction, safety, and personalized route selection
Opportunities to enjoy Colorado’s scenic winter landscapes
€ 115.8
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Colorado is a top destination for ice climbing, offering experiences that are both exhilarating and unique. Ascending frozen waterfalls may seem impossible at first, but with guidance from experienced instructors, climbers can develop the rhythm, balance, and technique needed to climb safely throughout the year. The state offers a variety of locations, from the Ice Park in the San Juans near Lake City to expansive backcountry climbs, as well as more accessible routes for those in the Front Range. There is truly something for everyone, whether you are seeking technical challenges, scenic routes, or a gentle introduction to the sport.
Climbers can start with basic instruction on essential gear, including crampons and ice tools, and gradually progress to more advanced climbs. Multi-pitch routes like The Sherman Route, along with challenging mixed and alpine climbs, provide thrilling experiences for those looking to advance their skills. With experienced guides to tailor each climb to your ability and location, ice climbing in Colorado offers both an unforgettable adventure and an opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning winter landscapes of the Rocky Mountains.
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Individual climbing equipment
AMGA-certified climbing guide
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Minimum age of participants 8
Group size up to 8 people
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Trip insurance is highly recommended
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Activity Provider: Colorado Climbing Company
Customer Reviews
Peter
64 and counting, one of the most exhilarating experiences in my life; soooo high up, soooo secure. To trek along whilst being attached to the world-class Telluride Kroger Via Ferrata on the sheer cliff faces of Telluride's iconic box canyon is the experience of a lifetime. Cliffs, old growth forest, Colorado's tallest Bridal Veil Falls, 13,000 plus foot peaks, extraordinary geology, beautiful town of Telluride in the distance. MountainTrip is a friendly, professional organization with a deep passion for all things Outdoor Adventure. Our guide Ashley was Superb!!!!! Perfect balance of informative guide and expert leader.
Matt
I took my 14 year old daughter on a dad-daughter trip to climb the Via Ferrata, and we found Mountain Trip. Our guide Jeff, is the best in the business. He assessed our skill sets and then gave the encouragement to both of us that we could do things we maybe wouldn’t have realized we could. My daughter even did the Sky Climb, one of the hardest routes, if not THE hardest in Via Ferrata. That’s so good for a girl her age to know she can do anything! That’s life changing. Thanks Jeff! Highly recommend.
Wajiha
Human performance = human connections. This is such a great program, but since it’s a human performance activity, the guides really should be engaged and interactive. Marcus called us the day before but did not end up being our guide. I went with Taka instead, and I’m glad I did. During the hike, Marcus spent most of his time on his phone and mainly spoke to the other guide when he wasn’t on his phone. Very strange. I tried chatting with him a few times, but he seemed focused on personal use of his phone rather than the group. This definitely affected his tip and made me choose to stay with Taka’s group. When I asked Marcus if he knew how far we are from the rest of the team, he replied, “I don’t know,” which confirmed he was on his phone unprofessionally/personal leisure. Taka, on the other hand, was excellent. He captured special moments, gave great instruction, and brought warmth and soft skills to the experience. He earned a generous tip because of his effort and presence. My suggestion: please ensure that guides are attentive and not distracted by their screens. It’s extremely unprofessional and rude. A little genuine human connection goes a long way in making this kind of activity truly memorable.
Brett
Wow! What an exhilarating experience for our guys trip to Teluride. The best thing you can do out of your comfort zone! Via Ferrata Telluride is an amazing experience with Mountain Trip guides. My middle-aged buddies and I go on some guy trips and like to try new things. We tried a Via Ferrata in Lake Tahoe and had a good experience and we wanted to do a bit more challenging route in Colorado. Having the right guide is critical to and we chose Mountain Trip Guides based on the many reviews online. We got even luckier to get Carly as our guide. She has an incredible amount of local experience and countless trips on this route. She coached us through harnesses, the correct safety line techniques, explained things along the way, and made sure we were never at risk. She’s awesome! For the Telluride Via Ferrata, you meet your guide at the trailhead just outside of town and hike 30 minutes up a fire road to begin the climbing section. The route has metal footsteps and handholds all along it and also a metal safety cable you clip onto. It takes a few minutes to get the technique of clipping and unclipping with one hand while holding on with the other but it’s an act you’ll do a hundred times and becomes natural. The route is mostly a horizontal movement across the cliff face and there are several challenging sections like the famous Main Event where you are literally 600 feet up on a sheer cliff face. It makes for amazing pictures and lifetime memories. Our guide Carly took photos of us on the best sections. We liked it so much we did the Ouray Via Ferrata the next day using Mountain Trip guides again. I highly recommend this for anyone with a sense of adventure and most any ages 12 -70+.
Hunter
The Telluride Via Ferrata guided by Mountain Trips is without a doubt one of the coolest experiences you can do in all of Colorado. The entire trip lasted about 4 hours with 2:30 hours of hiking across the via ferrata. Mountain Trip will supply the necessary equipment that you need for the route (rock helmet, harness, carabiners, etc.). If you're ever in Telluride and are interested in an adventure that's unique, fulfilling and safe then I'd highly recommend signing up to do this route with Mountain Trips. For more experienced climbers/hikers who have their own equipment I'd recommend doing the via ferrata with a guide for your first time, but once you know the route you can easily accomplish this epic traverse on your own.