In the mountains

Ice climbing

Climbing frozen waterfalls and ice lines with axes and crampons.

Ice climbing means climbing frozen waterfalls, gullies and farmed ice with ice axes, crampons and screws for protection. Ice parks and guided courses make it easy to start, while natural lines in the mountains demand real experience and a good read of conditions.

Best months for ice climbing

In season: Dec–Mar · Peak: Dec–Mar

Where to go ice climbing

1 adventure

Ice climbing in Ouray

Ice climbing3 routes

Duration: 5 days
Kids: Teen+
Cost: $$
Permit: Not needed
Crowd: Busy

Ice climbing in Ouray

United States

Hundreds of farmed ice routes in a canyon at the edge of town, the ice climbing capital of North America.

Skill · Beginner–Expert

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