Challenge yourself with a unique 4-day climbing adventure in Moab, Utah. Master desert tower climbs and crack techniques with expert guides in one of America's most dramatic outdoor climbing destinations.
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Difficulty
expert
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in excellent physical condition with strong endurance and flexibility due to technical climbing demands.
Wildlife
History
The Moab area has rich Native American history, with ancient petroglyphs visible near some climbing routes.
Conservation
Climbers are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile desert ecosystems and preserve sandstone formations.
The Backcountry Pros LLC
Challenge yourself with a unique 4-day climbing adventure in Moab, Utah. Master desert tower climbs and crack techniques with expert guides in one of America's most dramatic outdoor climbing destinations.
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.
Use crack-specific climbing shoes
Wearing shoes designed for crack climbing helps improve grip and protect your feet on sandstone cracks.
Stay hydrated in the desert heat
Carry plenty of water and drink regularly to avoid dehydration in Moab’s dry desert climate.
Check rock quality before climbing
Inspect holds carefully—some sandstone can be fragile, so avoid loose rock for safety.
Bring sun protection gear
Wear a wide-brim hat and sunscreen to protect your skin during long exposures to the sun.
Climbing shoes specialized for crack climbing
Essential for gripping and protecting your feet on sandstone cracks.
Climbing helmet
Protects your head from falling debris and rock during climbs.
Sun-protective clothing
Lightweight clothes with UPF protection help prevent sunburn during long exposures.
summer
Hydration system (3 liters minimum)
Staying hydrated is crucial in dry desert conditions to maintain performance and safety.