Join a three-day rock climbing expedition in Utah’s alpine wilderness near Cottonwood Heights. Camp, climb, and explore with breathtaking views and expert guidance.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition, comfortable with sustained physical activity and moderate altitude.
Wildlife
History
The Wasatch range holds significance for local Native American tribes, who used the mountains seasonally for hunting and gathering.
Conservation
This area is protected under multiple conservation efforts that limit human impact and promote sustainable climbing practices.
The Backcountry Pros LLC
Join a three-day rock climbing expedition in Utah’s alpine wilderness near Cottonwood Heights. Camp, climb, and explore with breathtaking views and expert guidance.
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.
Prepare for Rapid Weather Changes
Mountain weather can shift quickly—always carry layers and waterproof gear.
Stay Hydrated
Bring ample water or a purification method, as natural sources may be limited.
Practice Leave No Trace Principles
Pack out all trash and respect the natural environment to keep the area pristine.
Use Proper Climbing Gear
Ensure harnesses, helmets, and ropes are in good condition and properly fitted.
Climbing Harness
Vital for safety during rock climbing pitches.
Helmet
Protects your head from falling debris and impacts.
Layered Clothing
Adjust layers easily for changing mountain temperatures.
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Water Filter or Purifier
Ensures safe drinking water from natural sources on the trail.