Silverton and Eureka sit deep in the San Juan Mountains along one of the most dramatic stretches of highway in Colorado, offering a concentration of serious winter objectives that draws ice climbers and backcountry skiers from across the country. The ice climbing here is defined by scale being home to some of the biggest multi pitch ice routes in Colorado, with a high alpine setting that adds a genuine expedition feel to every day out. Once the ice melts out there is even a decent bit of rock climbing.

The backcountry skiing around Silverton is equally impressive. Steep terrain, deeper San Juan snowpack, and a range of objectives from accessible day tours to serious mountaineering descents make it one of the premier backcountry skiing destinations in Colorado. The two disciplines complement each other for taking advantage of the best conditions on a multi day trip.

Colorado Climbing Company's mountain guides know the Silverton and Eureka areas well across both disciplines and can help you navigate the logistics, conditions, and objectives that make the most of your time in the San Juan Mountains. Whether you're targeting a specific ice route or looking for the best lines of the season on skis, this is a corner of Colorado that rewards those who come prepared for serious mountain objectives.