El Potrero Chico's grippy limestone and towering multi-pitch sport routes make it one of the best winter climbing destinations in North America. Thousand-foot walls, warm weather, and easy descents back to town — it's hard to imagine a better way to spend a the winter.

El Potrero Chico's grippy limestone and towering multi-pitch sport routes make it one of the best winter climbing destinations in North America. Thousand-foot walls, warm weather, and easy descents back to town — it's hard to imagine a better way to spend a the winter.

Quick Facts

Location:

Mexico

Mexico

Prime Season:

Winter

Winter

Duration:

7 Days

7 Days

Itinerary Type:

Private & Group

Private & Group

Skill Level:

Moderate-Difficult

Moderate-Difficult

Price:

From $2702

From $2702

Overview

Itinerary

Pricing

FAQ

Inclusions

El Potrero Chico sits in a dramatic limestone canyon just outside Monterrey in northern Mexico, offering some of the best multi pitch sport climbing in North America. Towering walls of featured limestone rise hundreds of feet above the canyon floor, packed with bolted routes that reward climbers who come ready to move efficiently and comfortably on steep terrain. The warm winter climate makes it a natural escape when Colorado crags are cold or buried in snow.

The climbing here is defined by long, sustained limestone routes on walls that seem to grow taller the further into the canyon you go. Single pitch cragging, classic multi pitch objectives, and big wall routes coexist in a compact area that makes it easy to build a progressive trip starting on shorter routes and working toward the canyon's most celebrated longer lines as the week unfolds.

Colorado Climbing Company guides know El Potrero Chico well and can help you make the most of a destination that rewards those who come prepared. Whether you're building multi-pitch efficiency, pushing into longer and more committing terrain, or simply looking for a world class winter climbing trip, El Potrero delivers in a way that keeps climbers coming back year after year.

Overview

Itinerary

Pricing

FAQ

Inclusions

El Potrero Chico sits in a dramatic limestone canyon just outside Monterrey in northern Mexico, offering some of the best multi pitch sport climbing in North America. Towering walls of featured limestone rise hundreds of feet above the canyon floor, packed with bolted routes that reward climbers who come ready to move efficiently and comfortably on steep terrain. The warm winter climate makes it a natural escape when Colorado crags are cold or buried in snow.

The climbing here is defined by long, sustained limestone routes on walls that seem to grow taller the further into the canyon you go. Single pitch cragging, classic multi pitch objectives, and big wall routes coexist in a compact area that makes it easy to build a progressive trip starting on shorter routes and working toward the canyon's most celebrated longer lines as the week unfolds.

Colorado Climbing Company guides know El Potrero Chico well and can help you make the most of a destination that rewards those who come prepared. Whether you're building multi-pitch efficiency, pushing into longer and more committing terrain, or simply looking for a world class winter climbing trip, El Potrero delivers in a way that keeps climbers coming back year after year.

Overview

Itinerary

Pricing

FAQ

Includes

El Potrero Chico sits in a dramatic limestone canyon just outside Monterrey in northern Mexico, offering some of the best multi pitch sport climbing in North America. Towering walls of featured limestone rise hundreds of feet above the canyon floor, packed with bolted routes that reward climbers who come ready to move efficiently and comfortably on steep terrain. The warm winter climate makes it a natural escape when Colorado crags are cold or buried in snow.

The climbing here is defined by long, sustained limestone routes on walls that seem to grow taller the further into the canyon you go. Single pitch cragging, classic multi pitch objectives, and big wall routes coexist in a compact area that makes it easy to build a progressive trip starting on shorter routes and working toward the canyon's most celebrated longer lines as the week unfolds.

Colorado Climbing Company guides know El Potrero Chico well and can help you make the most of a destination that rewards those who come prepared. Whether you're building multi-pitch efficiency, pushing into longer and more committing terrain, or simply looking for a world class winter climbing trip, El Potrero delivers in a way that keeps climbers coming back year after year.

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.

Nearby Climbing 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!

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!

Climber searches for holds on a climbing trip at Shelf Road

Shelf Road

Cañon City

From $279

4-8 hours

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Climber searches for holds on a climbing trip at Shelf Road

Shelf Road

Cañon City

From $279

4-8 hours

Easy-Difficult

Rock

Rock

Common Course Options

Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of 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.

Some climbing areas are better suited for certain types of 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.

Climber smiles while clipping a bolt during learn to lead sport class

Sport Leading Class

Various

From $386

8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Climber smiles while clipping a bolt during learn to lead sport class

Sport Leading Class

Various

From $386

8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Climber smiles while clipping a bolt during learn to lead sport class

Sport Leading Class

Various

From $386

8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Climber reaches towards anchor to tie a clove hitch

Multipitch Skills Class

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Climber reaches towards anchor to tie a clove hitch

Multipitch Skills Class

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Climber reaches towards anchor to tie a clove hitch

Multipitch Skills Class

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Moderate

Rock

Rock

Climber stands on top of ridge in Garden of the Gods with park opening up behind

Climbing Technique Clinic

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Difficult

Rock

Rock

Climber stands on top of ridge in Garden of the Gods with park opening up behind

Climbing Technique Clinic

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Difficult

Rock

Rock

Climber stands on top of ridge in Garden of the Gods with park opening up behind

Climbing Technique Clinic

Various

From $279

4-8 hrs

Difficult

Rock

Rock

6435 Garlock Way

Colorado Springs, CO

80918

596 S. Carr St.

Denver, CO

80226

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C/S, CO

80918

596 S. Carr St.

Denver, CO

80226

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