Get off the mountain and out of town, cover some ground on a guided backcountry cross-country ski tour in the beautiful mountains surrounding Steamboat. See amazing views of the valley, wildlife, and the mountain peaks. Learn to kick and glide away from the crowds and into the backcountry.
AVALANCHE CLINICS AVAILABLE! LEARN COMPANION RESCUE USING BEACON, PROBE, AND SHOVEL.
Learn the basics of ski touring or explore some mellow runs, our guides can show you one of Steamboat’s hidden snow stashes. Nordic or Telemark gear is available. Rabbit Ears Pass has many groomed trails as well as backcountry loops to explore. Blacktail Mountain in Pleasant Valley has a private trail that meanders through peaceful aspen and pine groves along a ridge above the Yampa River.
We take all levels, no experience necessary! Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced; kids (ages 6+) and adults. All climbing equipment is provided as well as instruction and guiding. Trips can be recreational climbing or instructional clinics; whatever the client prefers.
All reserved trips will incur a 10% non-refundable booking deposit. Cancellations with less then a week notice will be charged 50% of trip cost. Less then 72 hours notice or no show – we will charge the credit card for the total trip cost. Discretion will be used for special instances.
Dress warm, as if you were going skiing or snowboarding, with layers you can add or shed. Have warm, dry gloves and a hat that will fit under a climbing helmet. Don’t forget your camera. Puffy jackets, gloves, gaitors, poles are available for all trips.
Payment: Visa / MC / AMEX / DISCOVER accepted. GUIDE TIPS ARE NOT INCLUDED, GUIDE GRATUITY APPRECIATED.
Guides will meet guests at lodging, fill out paperwork and fit into necessary equipment, then head to the trailhead. Most trails are 15-30 minutes from downtown. Guests may meet guide at trailhead.
Transportation can be provided for up to SEVEN adults (limited basis), or guests can follow in their own vehicles if they wish. Groups of eight people or more need to provide additional transportation or make arrangements through RMV for the group. Transportation fee may apply.
Lunch provided by Backcountry Provisions for all full day trips
For all trips, we can customize the times and logistics to meet clients needs and preferences. To discuss a custom trip or clinic, call or email.
Call to confirm the week you arrive. Your guide will contact you to go over details of trip within 24hrs of trip.
Reviews
Cross Country Skiing
Patrick was a terrific guide and skiing the West Summit was beautiful, real back country access right from the parking lot. I enjoyed the 4 hour adventure and Patrick was able to tailor the day from picking me up at my hotel, to bringing me a custom order lunch from BackCountry Deli (which is also fantastic), to selecting the trail, terrain, and pace to match my interest.
Third year in a row backcountry skiing with Rocky Mountain Ventures.
This past February, I returned again to spend a couple of great days backcountry ski touring with Patrick Meyer. This time, I brought another friend along who was new to backcountry skiing. As with me a couple of years ago, Patrick accompanied us to the Ski Haus in Steamboat Springs and helped my friend choose the appropriate rental gear. We spent the next two full days ski touring in the Rabbit Ears area near Steamboat Springs. The skiing was great, the scenery amazing and Patrick once again proved to be an excellent guide and instructor. My friend and I both look forward to returning next year.
Best part of my trip
Ice Climbing was one of the sports I never knew that I wanted to do, until it was suggested. Thank goodness it was, because it was amazing!! ...Seriously, if you are going to Steamboat Springs during the winter, you MUST go ice climbing with @Steamboat Climbing!!! Or, if you're going in the summer, I'm sure their summer activities are pretty good too :)
Get off the mountain and out of town, cover some ground on a guided backcountry cross-country ski tour in the beautiful mountains surrounding Steamboat. See amazing views of the valley, wildlife, and the mountain peaks. Learn to kick and glide away from the crowds and into the backcountry.
4 to 8 HoursSteamboat, CO
adventuresIce Climbing
If you enjoy the mountains, don’t miss this unique exhilarating experience!
Fun and adventure in a spectacular mountain setting on a frozen waterfall!
No experience necessary
All equipment and instruction from our professional guides included
Round-trip transportation can be provided
The only permitted ice climbing guide service in Steamboat for Fishcreek Falls
The season runs from early December to early March only
3 to 4 HoursSteamboat, CO
adventuresSnowshoeing
Tour Locations: Rabbit Ears Pass has mainly groomed trails as wells as backcountry loops to explore. Blacktail Mountain in Pleasant Valley has a private trail that meanders through peaceful aspen and pine groves along a ridge above the Yampa River.
Cross Country Skiing
Patrick was a terrific guide and skiing the West Summit was beautiful, real back country access right from the parking lot. I enjoyed the 4 hour adventure and Patrick was able to tailor the day from picking me up at my hotel, to bringing me a custom order lunch from BackCountry Deli (which is also fantastic), to selecting the trail, terrain, and pace to match my interest.
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