Take your ice climbing skills to the next level with Red River Adventures’ 8-hour intermediate course, set in Utah’s thrilling ice climbing destinations. Learn steep techniques and lead your own climbs under expert guidance.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should maintain good physical fitness with strength and endurance for sustained climbing in cold environments.
Wildlife
History
Utah’s frozen cliffs have hosted ice climbers since the 1970s, when pioneering ascents established the state’s reputation as a winter climbing hotspot.
Conservation
Red River Adventures promotes Leave No Trace principles, ensuring minimal impact to fragile ice and surrounding ecosystems during climbs.
Red River Adventures
Take your ice climbing skills to the next level with Red River Adventures’ 8-hour intermediate course, set in Utah’s thrilling ice climbing destinations. Learn steep techniques and lead your own climbs under expert guidance.
Red River Adventures is a Moab, Utah–based outfitter featured on The Adventure Collective that specializes in guided canyoneering, rock climbing, rafting, and instructional courses. The company leads distinct Moab canyoneering trips such as Morning Glory (Ephedra’s Grotto), a roughly 3-mile route with guided rappels of about 90 feet into a sandstone chamber and 120 feet near Morning Glory Arch, and Chamisa Canyon (Entrajo Canyon), a water-carved slot canyon of roughly 2.5 miles with wading, scrambling, optional rappels, and summer swimming.
Guided rock climbing offerings include private one-day guided rock climbing with AMGA-certified instructors, multi-pitch climbing instruction, classic introductory and advanced tours, Crack Camp programs, and iconic climbs such as Castleton Tower and Indian Creek. Instructional and professional development courses listed include AMGA SPI exam and course offerings, AIARE avalanche courses, avalanche rescue, and backcountry mentorship.
Red River Adventures also lists ice climbing programs (half-day to multi-pitch and full-day), backcountry ski and heli-ski options, international trips such as Ski Hokkaido and Ski - Chamonix, and river options including Moab half-day rafting and a full-day Fisher Towers rafting trip. All trip descriptions indicate guided experiences and technical elements appropriate to the route.
Prospective participants should review specific trip summaries for distance, technical difficulty, and equipment requirements. Trip choices cover day trips, full-day guided adventures, multi-day instruction, certification exams, and specialty international offerings. Several canyoneering and climbing routes are described as guided by experts, and trip pages list mileage, rappel heights, technical grades, and water exposure where applicable for accurate trip planning. Online.
Base Location
Moab, Utah
Central to iconic canyons and climbs
Tours Offered
42+
Canyoneering, climbing, rafting, courses
Professional Courses
AMGA & AIARE
SPI exams and AIARE education listed
Trip Formats
Half-day to multi-day
Day trips, full-day, certification courses
Check trip pages for availability, technical details, and certification course dates — book canyoneering, climbing, rafting, and instructional programs in Moab today.
Dress in layers
Variable winter temps demand moisture-wicking baselayers and insulated outerwear.
Know your crampons and tools
Familiarize yourself with your gear before arriving to maximize climbing efficiency.
Arrive hydrated and fueled
Cold weather can mask dehydration; bring water and high-energy snacks.
Mind the weather window
Ice quality can change rapidly; trust your guides’ judgment on climb conditions.
Insulated climbing jacket
Keeps you warm during extended periods on icy terrain.
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Mountaineering boots compatible with crampons
Provides necessary support and traction on ice.
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Helmet
Protects against falling ice and debris.
Waterproof gloves
Protects hands from cold and maintain dexterity for tool handling.
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