Private Ouray Ice Park Adventure

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Private Ice Park

Adventure

1 Climber: $525

2 CLIMBERS : $320/Per Person

3&4 CLIMBERS : $250/Per Person

Intro - Advanced

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Ouray, Colorado

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1-Day (8 hours)

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Experience the thrill of ice climbing in Ouray’s famous Ice Park with a private guide. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned climber, enjoy personalized instruction and a customized adventure tailored to your skill level.

With flexible scheduling and exclusive one-on-one attention, it's the ultimate ice climbing experience in Colorado. Book your unforgettable adventure today!

  • Welcome to the Ouray Ice Park, a perfect place for enthusiasts of all levels, from solo adventurers to groups and families looking for winter magic.

    Our full day at the ice park is unquestionably unique and customized to you. Learn a new climbing style or hone skills for larger mountain objectives all with your own personal and professional SMG guide.

  • Ouray Ice Park Itinerary –

    Topics are broken down into teaching sessions and may be taught in a slightly different order.

    Pre-Group Google Meet or call before your adventure -

    Our team will link everyone together via Google Meet or call at a pre-determined time to introduce themselves and help answer any guest questions, providing clarity on gear, and explaining what to expect when you arrive in town.

    In Town Meet Up -

    Guides will meet with guests in town, before the day one program start date to grab boots at Ouray Mountain Sports.

    Day 1 – 7:30 am- 3:30 pm

    1. Day Overview at Cafe

      Move To Ice Park

    2. Movement Warm-Ups and introduction to the Ouray Ice Park facility.

    3. Fundamental skills you want to learn or a curated climbing experience from our team.

    Group Dinner In Town

  • Best Places to Stay:

    Ouray Main Street Inn

    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.

    Cafes and Restaurants:

    The Artisan Bakery & Cafe

    The best pastry and cafe spot in town!

    The Brickhouse 737

    High-end western Americana dining with a good wine selection.

    Ouray Brewery

    Need a good burger or sandwich? Here you go!

    Colorado Boy

    Artisan Pizza

    Grumpy Pants Brewery

    Local pub sporting a great small-town atmosphere and no-fuss beer selection.

PREPARATION FOR OUR ICE PARK ADVENTURES

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Technical Experience

No climbing or ice climbing experience is required. General climbing experience is helpful.

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Fitness

General climbing fitness with the ability to climb and stay outside in the cold for 8 hours. Ice climbing is a physical style of climbing that requires controlled and static body movement. Any training with this style in mind, before the seminar will be helpful.

FAQ’s

Private Ice Park

The answers to our most commonly asked questions about our Ice Park Adventures.

  • ***All gear is provided except mountain boots.

    We will visit Ouray Mountain Sports together when you arrive in town to pick up boots if you need them.

    Provided Gear Includes:

    +Helmet

    +Harness

    +Ice Axes

    +Crampons

    +Ropes & Belay Devices

  • Smile’s Ouray Ice Park adventures have a maximum 4:1 guest-to-guide ratio.

  • Please click here to review our domestic cancellation policy.

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