Canyoneering + Via Ferrata in Ouray Colorado
Experience Canyoneering + The Gold Mountain Via Ferrata in Ouray Colorado
Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of Colorado's great outdoors with this exhilarating two-day adventure combo! Experience the thrill of the Gold Mountain Via Ferrata and explore the captivating canyons of Colorado through an unforgettable canyoneering journey. This adventure-packed getaway is perfect for those seeking to challenge themselves
This is a thrilling dual-adventure day in partnership with Basecamp Ouray and Colorado Canyoneering. Starting at the Ouray Adventure Center, this experience combines the exhilaration of canyoneering with the awe-inspiring climb of Gold Mountain Via Ferrata.
You'll enjoy lunch at 11,000 feet in a summer BBQ kitchen, offering stunning mountain views. The Gold Mountain Via Ferrata features a 300 ft suspension bridge, providing unique views of the San Juan Mountains. This path is a serene and memorable journey into nature, offering an intimate adventure away from the crowds.
Canyoning Colorado aims to deliver the best canyoneering experiences in the USA, focusing on fun and safety. Experience the wild alpine canyoning in Ouray with professional, internationally-trained instructors. Exploring iconic waterfalls and beautiful landscapes, the tours cater to all fitness and ability levels, ensuring an inclusive and exhilarating adventure.
Gold Mountain Via Ferrata + Canyoneering Combo
Difficulty: Intermediate - Advanced
Exclusivity: Private course, public canyons
Duration: 8 Hours
Minimum Age: 8
Experience Required: None!
Includes:
-Certified guide
-Quality equipment
-Instructions & coaching
-Shuttle to & from town center
Pricing: From $400/person, see booking page for more info
Have questions or want to learn more? Give us a call at 970-318-9828 or send us an email!
Via + Canyoneering FAQ
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Gold Mountain Via Ferrata offers a predominantly vertical climb (about 1,000 ft) above Ouray, providing open views and a rock climbing style experience. In contrast, Ouray Via Ferrata is more horizontal, following a river through a canyon. Gold Mountain is on private land and requires a guide from Basecamp Ouray, whereas Ouray Via Ferrata is on public land and can be accessed by anyone with proper equipment.
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The Gold Mountain Via Ferrata was built and is operated exclusively by Basecamp Ouray. A guide is required for this unique experience.
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Canyoneering is an adventurous outdoor activity that combines various techniques like hiking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, rappelling, and swimming to traverse and explore canyons. It often involves navigating through rugged and sometimes water-filled canyons, making it both challenging and exhilarating.
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At Canyoning Colorado, you will be guided by professional, internationally-trained canyoning instructors. They are skilled in providing the best canyoneering experiences in the USA, focusing on both fun and safety. They will lead you through some of the wildest alpine canyoning routes in the US, including iconic and beautiful waterfalls in Ouray and Colorado. Learn more about our canyon partner at canyoningcolorado.com