When coming into Estes Park from the East, your eye is drawn to massive granite buttresses to the north: Lumpy Ridge.  Lumpy Ridge is one of the premier traditional granite venues in Colorado and has a long rich history of climbing.  With climbs for all abilities and arguably the most spectacular views in all of Estes Park Valley, Lumpy Ridge is not to be missed.  

On this one day course, your guide will select the most appropriate route based on the group’s ability levels.  Possible routes include (but not limited to) Pear Buttress, White Whale, Chrome Plated or Batman and Robin to name a few.

$299.00

Pay a 50% deposit per item
Pear Buttress Lumpy Ridge Classic Climbs

Have questions? Ask one of our guides!

 

(720) 282-9235 | Info@saiguides.com

 

See below for more details

Details

Minimum Eligibility Criteria: Previous climbing experience indoors or out and working knowledge of belaying and knots common to rock climbing.  Ability to hike several miles while wearing a light pack.

 

Length: 6-8 hours

 

Maximum Ratio: 2 participants, 1 guide

Minimum Age: Under 18 will need written consent from parent/guardian

Curriculum/Itinerary

 

  • Equipment overview and proper fit
  • Leave No Trace Principles and Outdoor Crag Etiquette
  • Risk Management Discussion
  • Approach, Climb and Descend the route

Price Includes

Does Include:

  • AMGA Trained/Certified Guide/Instructor
  • Group Climbing Equipment
  • Ropes
    • Technical Hardware – carabiners, protection, belay device, etc
    • Technical Softgoods – slings, cordelette, anchor rope, etc
  • Personal Climbing Equipment
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Helmet
  • Harness

Does Not Include:

  • Food
  • Transportation
  • Lodging
  • Trip/cancellation Insurance
  • Non-technical Personal Items – clothing, pack, sunglasses, etc
  • Rescue Insurance
  • Park Entrance Fees (if applicable)
  • Guide Gratuity
  • Unforeseen costs incurred outside of the control of SAI

Equipment List

Clothing

Bottom

Cotton or synthetic climbing pants/capri’s
Shorts for hot weather

Top

Fleece or lightweight down sweater
Lightweight wind shell
Water proof rain jacket – lightweight gore-tex or similar
Short-sleeved shirt
(Optional) Sun hoody

Head

Baseball hat – for sun protection

Hands

1 pair of lightweight leather belay gloves – hardware store versions are great

Feet

Sticky rubber approach shoes or light hiking/trail running shoes (closed toe mandatory)
Cotton or Synthetic socks

Technical Equipment 

Harness – UIAA/CE rated climbing harness with belay loop and gear loops.  Should be able to fit on the outside of your layers.
Helmet – UIAA/CE rated climbing helmet.
Belay/rappel device – plaquette, tube style device preferred
2 locking carabiners – large, round stock screw gate carabiners that are easily manipulated while wearing gloves
Sticky rubber rock climbing shoes

*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
800 -1200 calories of food – energy bars, sandwiches, fruits, etc

Personal

Backpack – 25-30L
2 Large mouth water bottles, 1L capacity each.
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Smartphone