Pikes Peak Alpine School

Pikes Peak Alpine School Mountaineering School & Guide Service Rock, Snow & Ice climbing, Avalanche education, Ski Mountaineering. Summit hikes and climbs, nature hikes and snowshoeing.

Technical climbing programs for all levels and abilities. Pikes Peak, Turkey Rock, Elevenmile Canyon, Sheeps Nose
Monarch Pass, Hoosier Pass, Quandary Peak Skiing
Crestone Peak and Needle in Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
Mount Baker and North Cascades National Park in Washington. Pikes Peak Alpine School operates under special use permit from the USDA Forest Service, Pike National Forest and is an equal opportunity service provider and employer.

Gym to Crag Course: Spots Open!Ready to take your climbing from the gym to the outdoors? Join Pikes Peak Alpine School f...
05/09/2026

Gym to Crag Course: Spots Open!
Ready to take your climbing from the gym to the outdoors? Join Pikes Peak Alpine School for our Gym 2 Crag class and learn the essential skills to safely transition into outdoor climbing.

We’ll cover:
• Outdoor anchor systems
• Cleaning routes safely
• Rope management
• Communication at the crag
• Risk management and climbing etiquette
• What changes when you leave the gym

The climbing gym is just the beginning — real adventure starts on the rock. Get outside with professional instruction and build the confidence to climb beyond the walls.

Long days, warm sandstone and endless bluebird skies—there’s no better time to level up your climbing. Whether you’re br...
04/18/2026

Long days, warm sandstone and endless bluebird skies—there’s no better time to level up your climbing. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, taking a rock climbing course this summer is the fastest (and most fun) way to build real skills and confidence.

Learn how to move efficiently on rock, place gear, build anchors, and make smart decisions in the vertical world—all with experienced guides by your side.

Spots fill fast—get out there and make this your strongest season yet. DM or checkout the website to sign up.

More nature, more mountains, more adventure.....please 🤩
04/04/2026

More nature, more mountains, more adventure.....please 🤩

Colorado is home to some of the most iconic alpine linkups in the country—but a few stand above the rest. The “Great Fou...
03/31/2026

Colorado is home to some of the most iconic alpine linkups in the country—but a few stand above the rest. The “Great Four” 14er traverses aren’t just climbs… they’re full-value mountain experiences that demand fitness, efficiency, and sharp decision-making.

At Pikes Peak Alpine School, we help climbers build the systems and confidence needed to take on objectives like these safely.

Are you ready to step it up?

Colorado is home to some of the most iconic alpine linkups in the country—but a few stand above the rest. The “Great Fou...
03/27/2026

Colorado is home to some of the most iconic alpine linkups in the country—but a few stand above the rest. The “Great Four” 14er traverses aren’t just climbs… they’re full-value mountain experiences that demand fitness, efficiency, and sharp decision-making.

At Pikes Peak Alpine School, we help climbers build the systems and confidence needed to take on objectives like these safely.

Are you ready to step it up?

Alpine climbing in Colorado is an experience that blends rock, snow, ice, and big mountain decision-making into one unfo...
03/24/2026

Alpine climbing in Colorado is an experience that blends rock, snow, ice, and big mountain decision-making into one unforgettable day.

From early morning alpenglow, to technical terrain high above the valley, alpine climbing demands skill, fitness, and solid judgment. It’s where all your mountain skills come together.

03/21/2026

Spring time in the alpine! There is nothing better than cramponing up a steep couloir high in the mountains. Hurry though, ot is melting fast in Colorado 🥵

Have you ever looked at a frozen waterfall and thought......"That looks fun to climb".......us too!!
03/04/2026

Have you ever looked at a frozen waterfall and thought......"That looks fun to climb".......us too!!

The snowpack tells a story—you just have to know how to read it. ❄️📖A snow pit lets us see what’s happening beneath the ...
03/01/2026

The snowpack tells a story—you just have to know how to read it. ❄️📖

A snow pit lets us see what’s happening beneath the surface: weak layers, buried crusts, recent storm snow, and how those layers are bonding (or not). Avalanches don’t start on the top—they fail in the layers below.

Understanding the structure of the snowpack helps us make smarter decisions about terrain, timing, and whether today is a green-light day or a turn-around day. Snow pits aren’t about predicting avalanches—they’re about stacking the odds in your favor.

Want to learn how to dig, test, and actually interpret what you’re seeing? Train with experienced guides and build real backcountry judgment. That knowledge can make all the difference when it counts.

Skip the guesswork and book a guide. From untouched powder and frozen waterfalls to high-alpine ridgelines, going guid...
02/27/2026

Skip the guesswork and book a guide. From untouched powder and frozen waterfalls to high-alpine ridgelines, going guided means you get the best terrain, the best conditions, and the confidence to fully enjoy the day. No crowds, no stress—just pure mountain experience.

This winter, don’t just go out—go guided.

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Colorado Springs, CO
80907

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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+17193689524

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