Climbing 14ers is a Colorado rite of passage. With our Introduction to 14er Climbing class we cover everything you need to safely and confidently summit your first Colorado 14er. From gear selection and route-finding to weather awareness, pacing, and the judgment calls that keep mountain days safe and successful.
Climbing 14ers is a Colorado rite of passage. With our Introduction to 14er Climbing class we cover everything you need to safely and confidently summit your first Colorado 14er. From gear selection and route-finding to weather awareness, pacing, and the judgment calls that keep mountain days safe and successful.
Quick Facts
Location:
Various
Various
Various
Prime Season:
Spring-Fall
Spring-Fall
Spring-Fall
Duration:
8 hrs
8 hrs
Itinerary Type:
Private
Private
Skill Level:
Moderate
Moderate
Price:
From $386
From $386
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Inclusions
Intro to 14er Climbing helps hikers and newer climbers prepare for Colorado’s high peaks with better planning and mountain judgment. It is designed for people who want to summit their first 14er or feel more confident on alpine hiking objectives.
The class covers route planning, gear, pacing, weather, navigation, altitude considerations, and decision making. Your guide helps explain how to choose an appropriate peak and avoid common mistakes on big mountain days.
This course is a good fit if you want more than a checklist before heading above treeline. It helps you build the habits that make 14er climbing safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Inclusions
Intro to 14er Climbing helps hikers and newer climbers prepare for Colorado’s high peaks with better planning and mountain judgment. It is designed for people who want to summit their first 14er or feel more confident on alpine hiking objectives.
The class covers route planning, gear, pacing, weather, navigation, altitude considerations, and decision making. Your guide helps explain how to choose an appropriate peak and avoid common mistakes on big mountain days.
This course is a good fit if you want more than a checklist before heading above treeline. It helps you build the habits that make 14er climbing safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Includes
Intro to 14er Climbing helps hikers and newer climbers prepare for Colorado’s high peaks with better planning and mountain judgment. It is designed for people who want to summit their first 14er or feel more confident on alpine hiking objectives.
The class covers route planning, gear, pacing, weather, navigation, altitude considerations, and decision making. Your guide helps explain how to choose an appropriate peak and avoid common mistakes on big mountain days.
This course is a good fit if you want more than a checklist before heading above treeline. It helps you build the habits that make 14er climbing safer, smoother, and more enjoyable.
Still thinking about your next great climb?
Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.
Still thinking about your next great climb?
Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.
Still thinking about your next great climb?
Colorado is a big state with a lot of different climbs. Feel free to use our contact form. We're happy to be your resource for deciding what might be the most convenient climb for your skills and location.
Common Course Locations
Below are some recommended climbing locations within the vicinity if you're interested in some alternative destinations. Colorado is home to many climbing areas and we want to help you find the one that is best for you!
San Juan Mountains
Various
From $279
Half, Regular, Full, Extreme, Multi-Day
Easy-Extreme
Rock
Rock
Rock
San Juan Mountains
Various
From $279
Half, Regular, Full, Extreme, Multi-Day
Easy-Extreme
Rock
Rock
Rock
Rocky Mountain NP
Estes Park
From $279
Half, Regular, Full, Extreme, Multi-Day
Easy-Extreme
Rock
Rock
Rock
Rocky Mountain NP
Estes Park
From $279
Half, Regular, Full, Extreme, Multi-Day
Easy-Extreme
Rock
Rock
Rock
Common Next Course Options
Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of climbing classes than others. Below are a few of the classes we commonly do here if you are interested in learning to climb. While we can always figure out ways to make something work these climbing courses work well in this area.
Intro to Backcountry Skiing/Boarding Class
Various
From $449
4-8 hrs
Easy
Rock
Rock
Rock
Intro to Backcountry Skiing/Boarding Class
Various
From $449
4-8 hrs
Easy
Rock
Rock
Rock
Intro to Backcountry Skiing/Boarding Class
Various
From $449
4-8 hrs
Easy
Rock
Rock
Rock
6435 Garlock Way
Colorado Springs, CO
80918
596 S. Carr St.
Denver, CO
80226
Climb with us!
The Colorado Climbing Company is an equal opportunity provider operating under a special use permit in Pike San Isabel & Baker-Snoqualmie National Forests, Gunnison and Royal Gorge Bureau of Land Management, commercial use authorization for Rocky Mountain, North Cascades, Denali, Black Canyon National Parks and Colorado National Monument, and special use authorizations for Eldorado and Castlewood Canyon State Parks.
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