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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.
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.
Book with The Backcountry Pros LLC
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Operated by The Backcountry Pros LLC · Cottonwood Heights, Utah
Experience the thrill of rock climbing combined with serene wilderness camping on this exclusive three-day adventure in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains. Hosted by The Backcountry Pros LLC, this trip invites climbers with basic skills to immerse themselves in a rugged alpine setting just outside Cottonwood Heights. As you set up camp in a scenic meadow dotted with boulders and lively marmots, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and fresh, crisp air. Each day is packed with multi-pitch climbs that test your skills and reward you with spectacular vistas unique to the Wasatch range. The nights bring peaceful tranquility under starry skies, perfect for reflecting on the day’s climbs and sharing stories around the campfire. This experience balances excitement with nature’s calm, providing both adventure and relaxation. With guided instruction and safety-focused practices, it’s perfect for those ready to elevate their climbing while soaking in Utah’s natural beauty.
challenging.
3 days.
Participants should be in good physical condition, comfortable with sustained physical activity and moderate altitude.
Basic climbing skills and comfort with belaying are required to participate safely.
Participants must bring their own camping equipment; guidance on gear specs is provided before the trip.
Groups are kept small, usually 6-8 people, to ensure personalized attention and minimal environmental impact.
Meals are typically not included, but the guides provide recommendations for pre-prepared, lightweight camping food.
Take it easy before the trip, stay hydrated, and communicate with your guide about any health concerns.
The guides monitor conditions closely and adapt plans for safety, including moving to lower elevations or delaying climbs.
The Wasatch range holds significance for local Native American tribes, who used the mountains seasonally for hunting and gathering.
This area is protected under multiple conservation efforts that limit human impact and promote sustainable climbing practices.
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