Activities

Ice Climbing

Ouray is ranked as one of the most popular locations in the world for ice climbing. Not only do the surrounding mountains provide numerous spectacular ice-climbing routes, Ouray has the only ice-climbing park in the U.S. where a mile of farmed ice is available only a two-block walk from the Box Canyon Lodge and free to all who enjoy this unique sport.

From “ice cold” to “hot springs hot” is the order of the day when you return to the lodge for a soak in the 108-degree hot springs hot tubs.

If this activity is a little too daring for you, there are two bridges over the gorge and several viewing stands built specifically for those interested in watching this interesting sport.

More children are learning to rock climb at an early age. If you have children interested in expanding their knowledge to ice climbing, the Ouray Ice Park has designed and built an “Ice Climbing Kids College” for children.

Learn more about the Ouray Ice Park and this new and exciting sport by visiting their website at www.ourayicepark.com.

The 13th annual Ouray Ice Festival will be held Januyary 9 - 13th, 2008. For more information on this world renowned competition see the Official Ouray Ice Park Festival site.

If you are interested in instruction or guiding for this activity, contact San Juan Moutain Guides (970-325-4925).