Climb Boulder Canyon

New sport climbers applying their lead climbing skills on various routes

Price Per Person:
1 Person $529
2 People $329
3 People $269
4 People $229
5+ People $199

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Rated 5 out of 5
Year Round Depending On Weather
Culture, Guided Tours
Skill Level
Rated 5 out of 5
Beginner-Advanced
5/8
Group Size
Rated 5 out of 5
1 Guide to 5 Clients
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Climb Boulder Canyon

Boulder Local

Just minutes from downtown Boulder, Boulder Canyon offers access to granite cliffs and crags that make it a true climber’s paradise. The canyon’s rock is mostly smooth, grippy granite — highly textured in places — providing excellent natural protection and quality climbing surfaces.

Why People Love Boulder Canyon

Proximity to town: Being just outside Boulder, it’s easy to get to — you don’t have to drive hours into the mountains to find quality rock. 

Massive route variety: With hundreds (in fact, thousands) of documented climbs — from mellow slabs to steep, technical faces — you’re highly unlikely to run out of new challenges. 

Community vibe: Because it’s accessible and suited to a broad range of abilities, Boulder Canyon attracts a diverse mix of climbers — beginners, sport climbers, trad climbers, local regulars — which gives it a welcoming, active climbing community. 

Climbing history & legacy: The fact that people have been climbing here for decades adds a sense of tradition and history — a legacy that many climbers appreciate.

Booking Info

A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking with the balance due 30 days prior to your trip. If you book a trip within 30 days of the start date, full payment is required at the time of booking.

Once you have selected your trip dates, click “Check Availability”. You will receive an email confirming your trip dates and a link to purchase after completing the “check availability” form.

YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED UNTIL WE HAVE CONFIRMED TRIP DATES.
 
Location
Boulder, Colorado
Minimum Age
Under 18 will need written consent from parent/guardian
Duration
4 Hours-8hours
Skilled Covered
  • Leave No Trace Principles and Outdoor Crag Etiquette
  • Equipment overview and proper fit
  • Risk Management Discussion
  • Approach, Climb and Descend the route
  • Fun
Minimum Eligibility Criteria

Some Climbing Experience Recommended
Included
  • AMGA Trained/Certified Guide
  • Group Climbing Equipment
  • Ropes
  • Technical Hardware
  • Technical Soft goods
  • Personal Climbing Equipment
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Helmet
  • Harness
Not Included
  • Transport
  • Food
  • Lodging
  • Trip/Cancelation Insurance
  • Non-technical Personal Items
  • Rescue Insurance
  • Park Entrance Fees (if applicable)
  • Guide Gratuity
  • Unforseen Cost Incurred Outside of the Control of SAI

Booking

  1. Fill out the total number of people: Max 4 per guide
  2. Put in the dates you need and we will get back to you
Equipment List - Depends on Season

Clothing

Bottom
  • Lightweight synthetic bottom
  • Synthetic underwear
  • Lightweight softshell pants – a tighter, more athletic fit is ideal 
Top
  • Lightweight longsleeve top
  • Midweight longsleeve top – with hood recommended
  • Sports Bra
  • Lightweight softshell jacket with hood
  • Non-insulated lightweight waterproof shell jacket with hood – should fit over your softshell jacket and under your harness waistbelt
  • Down or synthetic midweight insulated puffy jacket – should fit over the outside of all your layers
Head
  • Wool or synthetic beanie – needs to fit under your helmet  (no pom pom on top)
  • Face Mask (PPE) – n95 or similar
  • Sunglasses – full sun protection with 100% UV protection 
Hands
  • 1 pair of mid-weight water resistant softshell type gloves – with a leather palm
Feet
  • 1 pair Wool or synthetic mid-weight socks – hiking socks are great
  • Footwear: Sticky rubber approach shoes are great! A lightweight hiking boot is also another option

Technical Equipment-Bring Your Own or Use Ours 

  • Harness – UIAA/CE rated climbing harness with belay loop and gear loops.  Should be able to fit on the outside of your layers.  Adjustable leg loops recommended
  • Helmet – UIAA/CE rated climbing helmet.  Should be able to fit on the outside of your beanie
  • 2 locking carabiners – large, round stock screw gate carabiners that are easily manipulated while wearing gloves
  • Belay/Rappel device
  • Sticky rubber rock climbing shoes – comfort is important!
  • (Optional)  Assisted Braking Device – Petzl Gri-Gri, Edelrid Mega-Jul, BD Pilot, etc

*All technical equipment will be provided by SAI, but if you have our own, it’s encouraged that you bring it.  

Food

  • 2L of water
  • 1500-2000 calories of food – energy bars, pre-made sandwiches, fruits, etc

Personal

  • Backpack – 15-20L to 30-35L
  • 2L of water carrying capacity total.  1 water bottle and 1 dromedary bag is great
  • Lip balm
  • Sunscreen
  • Smartphone
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