Challenge yourself with three days of exciting multi-pitch rock climbing in Utah’s Wasatch Range. Perfect for climbers eager to explore technical routes and scenic views near Cottonwood Heights.
Challenge yourself with three days of exciting multi-pitch rock climbing in Utah’s Wasatch Range. Perfect for climbers eager to explore technical routes and scenic views near Cottonwood Heights.
Book with The Backcountry Pros LLC
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Operated by The Backcountry Pros LLC · Cottonwood Heights, Utah
Experience the thrill of multi-pitch rock climbing across three unforgettable day trips in the stunning Wasatch Range near Cottonwood Heights, Utah. Hosted by The Backcountry Pros LLC, this private adventure offers climbers an exceptional chance to tackle classic routes with expert guidance. Each day introduces unique climbs on high-quality granite faces, combining technical challenges with breathtaking views of the surrounding canyons and Salt Lake Valley below. Whether you're a seasoned climber or looking to improve multi-pitch techniques, our guides tailor the experience to your skill level, ensuring both safety and an adrenaline rush. Beyond the climbs, expect comfortable logistics handled by your guides, who provide local knowledge about the best access points, trail approaches, and weather considerations. This three-day journey makes it easy to immerse yourself fully in the outdoor climbing culture of the Wasatch Mountains while exploring less crowded routes and hidden corners of Utah’s climbing playground. Your adventure includes instruction on rope management, anchor building, and efficient movement between pitches, making it an ideal trip for those serious about advancing their climbing skills in a breathtaking setting.
difficult.
4–6 hours per day.
Participants should have strong endurance, upper body strength, and comfort with exposure and heights.
While prior experience is beneficial, our guides tailor instruction to your skill level, including training for beginners in multi-pitch techniques.
We limit private groups to a maximum of four climbers to maintain personalized attention and safety.
Yes, we offer gear rentals including harnesses, helmets, and shoes. Let us know your needs when booking.
This is a difficult activity requiring good fitness, endurance, and confidence on exposed rock routes.
Weather can vary greatly; mornings are usually calm but afternoon storms are possible, especially in spring and summer.
Absolutely. Our guides adjust the routes and pacing to match climbers’ abilities and goals.
The Wasatch Range has long been a hub for climbers since the early 20th century and was key in developing American alpine climbing techniques.
Climbers are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize impact on fragile alpine ecosystems in the Wasatch.
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.
Book with The Backcountry Pros LLC