The Telluride region has excellent year-round rock climbing. From high-altitude conglomerate and granite routes to sun-baked sandstone, Telluride has it all, at every angle, type (trad, sport or bouldering), length and difficulty to satisfy the first timer or seasoned hardman (or hard-woman).  Not interested in rock climbing?  Try a hike through the San Juan mountains during your next Telluride vacation.

Most Popular Rock Climbing Classes

- Half-Day Bouldering Adventure - priced from $100/person - Free from all the gear associated with vertical rock climbing, this class will teach you all the necessary techniques for you to safely go bouldering by yourself or with friends.
- Full-Day Rock Climbing - priced from $150/person - Learn how to rock climb in the incredible rock wall canyon in Ophir Valley. A gourmet picnic lunch will be served during the day.
- Full-Day Technical Peak Ascents - priced from $190/person - Join expert guides in learning elements of rock climbing and/or snow climbing as well as a variety of technical mountaineering skills.

Below is a list of some of the most common climbing areas in and around Telluride.

Ophir Wall - Though not directly in Telluride, the Ophir Wall is pretty close. Hosting a number of single and multipitch slabs (often with fixed pro) and a grade range of 5.6-5.10, the Ophir Wall is a great place to visit again and again. For those looking to improve their aid climbing game (possibly in preparation for Yosemite's El Cap) the Ophir Wall offers a few aid routes.

The East Buttress - This is generally the descent route for those topping out the Ophir Wall. However, the East Buttress hosts a few one to two pitch routes from 5.3-5.10.

Cracked Canyon - Also located near the Ophir Wall. Cracked Canyon contains nearly 100 routes (so you can come back again, and again and again). Most routes here are trad or a mix of trad and bolts in the 5.7-5.10 range, however 5.3s and 5.13s are here as well (Note: Cracked Canyon is a lycra-free zone).

Ames Wall - Located just behind town of Ames, is known for its wildly striated stone (it's a mix of granite, sandstone and shale). Note: This one to two-pitch area is spooky.

Telluride Cliffs - This crag is located just above the Telluride School and is easily accessible from Aspen Street. These sandstone routes are short (20-55 feet) and can be easily top roped.