Ouray Ice Park
One of the premier ice and mixed climbing venues in the world! Human made ice features are formed in a spectacular natural gorge within walking distance of Ouray, Colorado. It is home to more than 200 named ice and mixed climbs of varying degrees of difficulty, most within a 15-minute walk of the park entrance.
Notes
- Guidebook: Ouray Ice Park Guide, 3rd ed. by Vince Anderson and Cindy Williams (Vince Anderson 2008).
- Guidebook: Colorado Ice, Vol. 1, 2nd ed. by Jack Roberts (Polar Star Publishing 2005).
- For climbs in the backcountry near Ouray but outside of the ice park, see our Ouray route/place.
- Suitable Activities: Climbing
- Climbing Category: Water Ice
- Seasons: January, February, March, December
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Land Manager: Ouray Ice Park
- Parking Permit Required: None
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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Upcoming Activities
Ice Climbing Trip - Ouray Ice Park
Climbing Field trip: Introduction to Water Ice Climbing Course
Introduction to Water Ice Climbing Field Trip
Difficulty: Water Ice Climb
Sun, Jan 7, 2024 - Tue, Jan 9, 2024
No Prerequisites
Ice Climbing Trip - Ouray Ice Park
Climbing Field trip: Introduction to Leading Water Ice Course
Introduction to Leading Water Ice Field Trip
Difficulty: Water Ice Climb
Sat, Jan 13, 2024 - Mon, Jan 15, 2024
No Prerequisites
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