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Is Ellingwood Point easier than Little Bear Peak?
Generally yes. Ellingwood Point is often more approachable than Little Bear Peak, but it is still a high alpine objective that requires fitness, preparation, and good judgment.
Can we climb Blanca Peak on the same trip?
Yes. Blanca Peak is a natural linkup with Ellingwood Point, either on summit day or on the third day of the itinerary depending on conditions and team pace.
How many days should I plan?
Ellingwood Point can be done in one to three days. Camping the night before allows an early summit start, and a third day adds margin for weather or a Blanca Peak linkup.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Safety comes first. If conditions are too hazardous, we will try to reschedule around your availability, choose a different objective with better conditions, or keep the trip as a credit for future climbs.
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!
Common Climbing 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.
