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Discover thrilling backcountry skiing and splitboarding in Colorado’s stunning San Juan Mountains with Colorado Climbing Company. Expert guides lead all levels into pristine snow and historic landscapes for a winter adventure you won't forget.
Discover thrilling backcountry skiing and splitboarding in Colorado’s stunning San Juan Mountains with Colorado Climbing Company. Expert guides lead all levels into pristine snow and historic landscapes for a winter adventure you won't forget.
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Operated by Colorado Climbing Company · Ouray, Colorado
Ouray, a picturesque mountain town tucked within Colorado’s rugged San Juan Range, offers some of the most exhilarating backcountry skiing and splitboarding experiences in the Rockies. The Colorado Climbing Company specializes in guiding adventurous souls through pristine snowfields, historic mining landscapes, and challenging summits that promise both adrenaline and breathtaking views. Whether you're a beginner eager to carve gentle slopes or a seasoned skier craving steep ascents, their tours seamlessly blend safety, expertise, and rugged wilderness.
The San Juan mountains feature diverse terrain, from rolling powder meadows to steep, snow-laden peaks. One of their popular routes explores areas near historic mining claims, where early 20th-century relics peek through fresh snow—a perfect blend of history and snow. For more challenging pursuits, guides lead clients to Red 3’s summit, offering panoramic vistas of vast, snow-blanketed wilderness. The terrain is complex, requiring good fitness and basic technical skills, but even first-timers find confidence under expert guidance.
What sets Colorado Climbing Company apart is their deep local knowledge and focus on safety. They take pride in minimizing environmental impact, practicing sustainable guiding techniques that preserve the region’s pristine terrain. Their trips are designed for a range of skill levels—making this a fantastic option for families, groups, or solo adventurers.
This adventure embodies Colorado’s winter spirit—crisp air, endless snow, and stunning mountain scenery. It’s a standout experience in Ouray, a town renowned for its rugged beauty and outdoor ethos. Whether tackling easy scenic tours or chasing icy ridges, guests leave with stories and skills to last a lifetime.
With guided winter tours readily accessible, Colorado Climbing Company helps adventurers embrace the mountain’s wild heart. It’s more than just a ski trip—it’s an immersion into Colorado’s legendary backcountry scenes, suitable for all who seek a taste of true winter challenge.
moderate.
6–8 hours.
Participants should be in good physical condition, comfortable with uphill climbs and variable snow conditions.
While previous backcountry experience isn’t required, familiarity with skiing or snowboarding and basic avalanche awareness are recommended.
Participants should bring layered clothing, personal safety gear, and any personal items like water, snacks, and sunscreen.
Children aged 12 and older with strong skiing skills may join, but younger children are generally not recommended.
Guides will assess conditions daily and may reschedule or modify tours to ensure safety.
Yes, rental equipment including skis, splitboards, and safety gear can be arranged in advance.
Tours vary from moderate to challenging, requiring good fitness and stamina for uphill travel.
The San Juan Mountains played a vital role during the Colorado Gold Rush, with remnants of mining towns and equipment dotting the landscape.
Guides emphasize Leave No Trace principles, promoting minimal environmental impact and sustainable backcountry travel.
Colorado Climbing Company runs guided climbing, ice climbing, mountaineering, and backcountry skiing trips and instructional courses across Colorado and in select national parks. The company’s offerings include introductory classes like Introduction to Rock Climbing and Gym to Crag, technical courses such as Learn to Lead Sport Climb Outdoors and Learn to Lead Traditional Climbs, and advanced seminars including Steep Ice and Mixed Technique and Climbing 301 — Climbing Big Things. Trips span diverse Colorado areas and beyond, with options in Rocky Mountain National Park, Silverton, Lake City, Ouray, Denver/Golden, Boulder/Estes Park, Telluride, Gunnison, Grand Junction, and San Juan ranges. Seasonal programming covers ice climbing at venues like Lake City Ice Park and guided backcountry ski and splitboard touring in Silverton and the Alpine Loop near Lake City. Offerings range from half-day guided ice climbs to multi-day alpine ascents and expedition preparation courses. Participants can choose guided experiences or technical instruction tailored to levels from beginner to advanced. Course titles and guided day trips reflect explicit instruction and guided formats, including avalanche and glacier-focused topics such as Crevasse Rescue and Glacier Travel and Private Custom Avalanche Instructions. Colorado Climbing Company presents a wide catalog of site-specific classic climbs, ski descents, and intensive seminars to support skill development and safe mountain travel.
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