
Yellow Spur is a historic Eldorado Canyon classic with exposed climbing, thoughtful route finding, and a proud position above South Boulder Creek. This guided climb is best for experienced climbers who want one of Eldo’s most memorable traditional routes.
Yellow Spur is a historic Eldorado Canyon classic with exposed climbing, thoughtful route finding, and a proud position above South Boulder Creek. This guided climb is best for experienced climbers who want one of Eldo’s most memorable traditional routes.
Quick Facts
Location:
Boulder
Boulder
Boulder
Prime Season:
Spring-Fall
Spring-Fall
Duration:
6-8 hrs
6-8 hrs
Itinerary Type:
Private
Private
Skill Level:
Difficult
Difficult
Price:
From $386
From $386
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Inclusions
Yellow Spur is an old school Eldorado Canyon classic with a reputation that comes from both its quality and its character. The route climbs a proud position above South Boulder Creek with exposed movement, traditional protection, and the kind of route finding that defines the canyon.
This is a more demanding Eldo objective than the moderate classics, best suited for climbers with previous multi pitch experience and comfort on exposed terrain around 5.9/5.10 The climbing is varied and engaging, with positions that feel big for how close the canyon sits to Boulder.
Colorado Climbing Company guides can help manage the pacing, route finding, and technical demands that make Yellow Spur such a meaningful climb. For experienced climbers looking for a true Eldo test piece, this is one of the canyon’s most memorable guided objectives.
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Inclusions
Yellow Spur is an old school Eldorado Canyon classic with a reputation that comes from both its quality and its character. The route climbs a proud position above South Boulder Creek with exposed movement, traditional protection, and the kind of route finding that defines the canyon.
This is a more demanding Eldo objective than the moderate classics, best suited for climbers with previous multi pitch experience and comfort on exposed terrain around 5.9/5.10 The climbing is varied and engaging, with positions that feel big for how close the canyon sits to Boulder.
Colorado Climbing Company guides can help manage the pacing, route finding, and technical demands that make Yellow Spur such a meaningful climb. For experienced climbers looking for a true Eldo test piece, this is one of the canyon’s most memorable guided objectives.
Overview
Itinerary
Pricing
FAQ
Includes
Yellow Spur is an old school Eldorado Canyon classic with a reputation that comes from both its quality and its character. The route climbs a proud position above South Boulder Creek with exposed movement, traditional protection, and the kind of route finding that defines the canyon.
This is a more demanding Eldo objective than the moderate classics, best suited for climbers with previous multi pitch experience and comfort on exposed terrain around 5.9/5.10 The climbing is varied and engaging, with positions that feel big for how close the canyon sits to Boulder.
Colorado Climbing Company guides can help manage the pacing, route finding, and technical demands that make Yellow Spur such a meaningful climb. For experienced climbers looking for a true Eldo test piece, this is one of the canyon’s most memorable guided objectives.
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!
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.
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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