Longs Peak Guided Climb
Longs Peak Guided Climbs help you reach the summit of the tallest peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, and one of Colorado’s famous 14ers. Longs Peak towers over northern Colorado, and can be seen from Denver, Boulder, the flatirons, and much of the eastern plains. Routes vary from exposed scrambling to highly technical rock climbing, but all require a high level of fitness for a long day in the mountains with lots of hiking. No prior experience is required, but we recommend acclimatizing before our summit attempt. Longs Peak can be climbed in any season, though winter ascents are difficult, cold, and rare.
Alpine Day Rate (Keyhole Route, Cables Route)
1:1 $775 per person
2:1 $650 per person
Extreme Day Rate (Keyhole Ridge, Keiners, Casual Route)
1:1 $990 per person
2:1 $750 per person
Duration: 8+ hours, depending on the route chosen.
Fitness Level: High (hiking at high altitude and long days of climbing are the norm)
Climbing Difficulty: 5.4 to 5.10 (easy to difficult)
Deposit: A deposit of $775 is due upon booking to reserve the date of your climb. The balance will be determined once the participant list is finalized.
Longs Peak Guided Climbs help you reach the summit of the tallest peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, and one of Colorado’s famous 14ers. Longs Peak towers over northern Colorado, and can be seen from Denver, Boulder, the flatirons, and much of the eastern plains. Routes vary from exposed scrambling to highly technical rock climbing, but all require a high level of fitness for a long day in the mountains with lots of hiking. No prior experience is required, but we recommend acclimatizing before our summit attempt. Longs Peak can be climbed in any season, though winter ascents are difficult, cold, and rare.
Alpine Day Rate (Keyhole Route, Cables Route)
1:1 $775 per person
2:1 $650 per person
Extreme Day Rate (Keyhole Ridge, Keiners, Casual Route)
1:1 $990 per person
2:1 $750 per person
Duration: 8+ hours, depending on the route chosen.
Fitness Level: High (hiking at high altitude and long days of climbing are the norm)
Climbing Difficulty: 5.4 to 5.10 (easy to difficult)
Deposit: A deposit of $775 is due upon booking to reserve the date of your climb. The balance will be determined once the participant list is finalized.
Longs Peak Guided Climbs help you reach the summit of the tallest peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, and one of Colorado’s famous 14ers. Longs Peak towers over northern Colorado, and can be seen from Denver, Boulder, the flatirons, and much of the eastern plains. Routes vary from exposed scrambling to highly technical rock climbing, but all require a high level of fitness for a long day in the mountains with lots of hiking. No prior experience is required, but we recommend acclimatizing before our summit attempt. Longs Peak can be climbed in any season, though winter ascents are difficult, cold, and rare.
Alpine Day Rate (Keyhole Route, Cables Route)
1:1 $775 per person
2:1 $650 per person
Extreme Day Rate (Keyhole Ridge, Keiners, Casual Route)
1:1 $990 per person
2:1 $750 per person
Duration: 8+ hours, depending on the route chosen.
Fitness Level: High (hiking at high altitude and long days of climbing are the norm)
Climbing Difficulty: 5.4 to 5.10 (easy to difficult)
Deposit: A deposit of $775 is due upon booking to reserve the date of your climb. The balance will be determined once the participant list is finalized.
Longs Peak Guided Climb Route Options
After booking, we’ll communicate with you regarding your ability level and goals for the day. Some possible routes include, but aren’t limited to:
Keyhole Route: The classic, if roundabout, route up Longs Peak, the Keyhole route winds its way around the mountain following the path of least resistance. Scrambling is required and the exposure is thrilling.
Cables Route: Taking a direct route to the summit, the Cables route involves scrambling with a couple pitches of rock climbing (5.4) mixed in. To descend from the summit, we’ll rappel over the pitched climbing sections.
Keyhole Ridge: For Longs Peak suitors with rock climbing experience, we recommend the Keyhole Ridge to add some variety and technical excitement to the ascent. This aesthetic route takes a direct line from the Keyhole to the summit, with pitches of rock climbing up to 5.6, bypassing the crowded “Narrows” and loose “Trough” sections of the Keyhole route.
Keiners: One of the most classic mountaineering routes in the United States, Keiners starts with snow climbing up the Lamb’s Slide couloir, then traverses out onto the Northeast Face via the narrow “Broadway” ledge. A few pitches of easy rock climbing lead to gentler scrambling terrain to the summit. A long and involved day, this is an ascent of a lifetime.
Casual Route, (5.10a, 10 pitches): The easiest route up the Diamond face on Longs Peak (14,259’), the “Casual Route” is a serious undertaking, with difficult climbing above 13,000 feet, and is a major feather in any climber’s cap. A lifetime achievement for many.
