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Discover a two-day guided rock climbing experience at Idaho’s City of Rocks. Perfect for climbers seeking adventure and stunning granite formations.
2 days (full-day sessions)
challenging
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover a two-day guided rock climbing experience at Idaho’s City of Rocks. Perfect for climbers seeking adventure and stunning granite formations.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 days (full-day sessions)
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate to high fitness levels and be comfortable with physical exertion over extended periods.
Wildlife
History
City of Rocks has been a landmark for Native American tribes and pioneers traveling the California Trail in the 19th century.
Conservation
The area is managed with a focus on minimizing human impact to protect fragile ecosystems and granite formations.
The Backcountry Pros LLC
Discover a two-day guided rock climbing experience at Idaho’s City of Rocks. Perfect for climbers seeking adventure and stunning granite formations.
The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic.
Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue.
Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.
Tours Offered
10
Guided clinics and mentorships
Group Size
Small groups
Limited instructor-to-student ratio
Primary Areas
Wasatch & Uinta
Utah alpine terrain
Heli Days
8+ hour days
Full-day heli-accessed skiing
Reserve a small-group clinic, mentorship, or heli day to advance technique, judgment, and avalanche safety.
Stay Hydrated in the Dry Climate
Bring plenty of water as the area can be very dry, especially in summer months.
Wear Proper Climbing Shoes
Good climbing shoes are crucial for grip on the granite surfaces.
Use Sunscreen and Protective Clothing
The high desert sun can be intense; apply sunscreen and wear a hat and layers.
Arrive Early to Avoid Crowds
Starting your climb early helps secure popular routes and enjoy cooler temperatures.
Climbing Shoes
Essential for providing the grip needed on granite rock faces.
Helmet
Protects your head from potential rockfall and bumps on narrow routes.
Layered Clothing
Allows you to adjust warmth as temperatures fluctuate during the day.
spring
Hydration Pack
Keeps you hydrated during hot and physically demanding climbs.
summer