SILVERTON, COLORADO
Captain Roos WI5
Dec 15th- March 15th
1-Day
Intermediate
From $650
PRIVATE TRIPS
Winter 27’ Live
EXPLORE THE OURAY ICE SCENE
DISCOVER
| OVERVIEW |
At WI4+/WI5, Captain Roos offers a nice glimpse into more complex, longer climbing, while providing good belay ledges and a beautiful slot canyon feel that takes the edge off the day.
Let our team guide you through the fun, exciting, and challenging world of ice climbing and build an unmatched bond only the mountains can create!
Captain Roos sits at the front of the canyon, towering— yet slightly tucked into a cleft, waiting for someone to have an adventure.
| GALLERY |
| ITINERARY AND PREP |
Pre-Course call
Our team will schedule a call before your trip. They will discuss the itinerary, review gear needs, and share a general time plan for the trip. This is also a great way to ask any questions about the day!
The trip
You will meet your guide in the early morning from Ouray and carpool to The Coffee Bear, in Silverton, Colorado. With a hot drink in hand you and your guide will share a quick day’s itinerary. Another 15 minutes drive into Eureka Canyon gets you to the trailhead and the start of your 45min approach to the base of the climb.
This day is all about you and your goals. Enjoy the climbing and ask questions as the day progresses.
Evening
After a solid day on route, it’s time to grab some food in Silverton or wait until back in Ouray. Pick a local spot with your guide, enjoy some great food, and relish in a hard days work with the warmth of town and new friends made.
Technical Experience
Basic climbing skills such as knowing how to tie in and belaying a leader are a must. It is also important to feel comfortable climbing WI4 on a top rope without the need to take on the rope.
Fitness
Solid physical fitness is required. Ice climbing is an endurance pursuit, oftentimes requiring extensive time holding onto ice tools cleaning and clearing ice on route to achieve adequate tools placements. Climbers should be able to hike and climb for approximately 8 hours while carrying a small pack.
VIEWS FROM EUREKA CANYON
FINAL PITCH, CAPTAIN ROOS
| WHATS INCLUDED |
- Group climbing equipment
- Personal climbing equipment: helmet, harness, ice axes, crampons, small multi-pitch backpack
- Certified guides
- Ice boots
- Lodging in Ouray
- Transportation to the venue
- Tips for guides
TOPPING OUT PITCH ONE
COLD DAY ON THE CAPTAIN
| PRICING DETAILS |
SILVERTON, COLORADO
Captain Roos WI5
Dec 15th - March 15th
1-Day
Intermediate
Single: $650
Partners: $390 Per Person
Private trips
Winter 27’ Live
| QUESTIONS |
CAPTAIN Roos.
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Ouray Mountain Sports offers ice boot rentals in the town of Ouray. We can accompany you when you arrive in town to pick up boots if you need them.
Please book your boots in advance.
If your trip is set to begin in the A.M. you are typically able to pickup your rental after 5 P.M. the night before. If you would like to make a special early morning pickup request there is an additional fee ($20) at the shop.
***All gear is provided except mountain boots.
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Captain Roos is a fantastic route to help push into harder backcountry ice climbing grades. The pitches are long but the steep sections are not very sustained. If you have a multi-pitch ice climb on your resume and can comfortably climb WI4, this is a great next route to look into.
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Yes, we provide the following gear at no charge. Helmet, harness, ice tools, crampons, screws, and a small multi-pitch backpack. We can also provide additional climbing equipment such as carabiners and a belay device upon request.
While booking you can provide your gear needs via our booking questionnaire or you can email climb@smilemountainguides.com with personal gear requests.
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Please click here to review our domestic cancellation policy.
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Best Places to Stay:
Great pricing, friendly service, and you can have a whole house suite.
Twin Peaks Lodge and Hot Springs
Great atmosphere and hot springs located just off the main street close to the Ouray Ice Park.
You will notice there are many other Hotels, Inns, and AirBnB options in town at most budgets options.
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Cafes and Restaurants:
The best pastry and cafe spot in town!
High-end western Americana dining with a good wine selection.
Need a good burger or sandwich? Here you go!
Local pub sporting a great small-town atmosphere and no-fuss beer selection.
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Please email:
climb@smilemountainguides.com for more information about this program.