Climbing
With so many outdoor activities to get involved in while you are in Vail and Beaver Creek, Colorado, it can be hard to decide what to do. Whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking and mountain biking are all fun and exciting activities, but the sport of rock climbing is something you should try while you're in the area. With a handful of local climbing areas within a few minutes drive of downtown Vail, it's no wonder why the area is noticed as one of the better climbing and mountaineering destinations in the state. So, if you're looking to get into the vertical world, lace up your rock shoes and ascend what the Vail Valley has to offer.
Mountain Quest Sports
We offer a full range of outdoor equipment. So if you like to ski, kayak, camp, climb, hike or do anything outside you will find everything you need .
(970) 926-3867
Paragon Guides
Paragon Guides is one of Colorado's premier guide services. Since 1978, we have been providing quality outdoor adventures throughout the central Rock
(970) 926-5299
Trail Wise Guides
Trailwise Guides provides guided hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, birdwatching and wildlife viewing tours in Vail, Colorado
(970) 827-5363
Vail Rock & Ice Guides
Vail Rock & Ice Guides
(970) 471-1173
The best place to start your rock climbing experiences in the area is to hire a guide through one of the handful of professional guiding services. No matter what your skill level is, courses are tailored to your needs. One of the more popular areas to climb is the Red Cliff area which offers a variety of climbing and is only a short 15 minute drive outside of Vail. All guiding services provide the necessary equipment needed (although you can use your own), so all you have to bring is your adventurous spirit and strong arms and legs. Rates start at approximately $95 per person if in a group lesson and $195 for personal instruction.
In the winter, ice climbing is very popular in the area. With world renowned ice formations located in East Vail, there is something for the beginner to expert climber. From low angled icy slabs to 120-foot free standing pillars of ice, the ice climbing in the area is top notch. Again, the best way to ensure a safe climbing outing is to hire a guide through a guiding service. Rates start at approximately $140 per person if in a group and $280 for personal instruction.
41FOther pages you might find helpful:
Access Fund
Learn how to climb and conserve climbing at the same time.
Adventure Specialists
Adventure Specialists is a tour service through Colorado, Mexico, and Peru. They also have done extensive cultural and scientifc research in the areas they travel.
