Cathedral Spires

Tackle the towering rock spires and vertical faces of this unique climbing destination, perfect for seasoned climbers seeking a dramatic alpine adventure.

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Vertical spires offering multi-pitch climbing routes

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Secluded, breathtaking location for a remote adventure

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Great for climbers with experience looking for a challenge

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Expert guidance available for safety and technique

Description

Cathedral Spires Climbing offers amazing climbing right outside Denver. Colorado’s Cathedral Spires are a group of inspiring granite formations that offer up an incredible multi-pitch climbing experience.

Home to some of Colorado’s best multi-pitch crack climbs, Cathedral Spires provides the perfect mix of adventure and challenge, and is a great next level climb for those with experience equal to our Beginner Rock Climbing course or Flatirons Climbing trip.

Popular objectives for Cathedral Spires rock climbing include an ascent of the 250 foot tall slab climbs on The Dome or one of the many classics routes up The Cynical Pinnacle. These iconic granite towers offer up incredible views and some of best crack climbing Colorado has to offer.

Recommended Climbs

  • Bishop Jaggers – 5.9 (4 pitches)
  • Center Route – 5.9+ (3 pitches)
  • Topographical Oceans – 5.10b (4 pitches)
  • Wunsch’s Dihedral – 5.11 (4 pitches)

Prefer to stay a little closer to the ground? The Cathedral Spires also offer world class single pitch crack climbs that are accessible for a full day of climbing or a relaxing half-day of top roping. Our Cathedral Spires climbing trip requires no previous multi-pitch experience and is an excellent choice for an active person with prior climbing experience. We provide all technical gear needed for multi-pitch and single pitch ascents.

Booking & Availability 

Ready to begin your climbing adventure? We can’t wait to guide you on your Cathedral Spires Rock Climbing trip. Reserve your spot through the calendar below, or for more information, call us at (970) 949-9111 or use our contact page.

If you don’t see enough availability for your group, give us a call—our team is often able to accommodate larger groups or special requests with flexibility. Let’s get you on the rock!

Quick Information

Course Overview:
Enjoy the best of Colorado with our Cathedral Spires Rock Climbing trips.

Dates:
Available daily

Duration:
1 day

Transportation:
First-come, first-served. Call to confirm and select premium package during check-out.

Location:

  • Cathedral Spires, CO

Difficulty:
Easy – Difficult

Policies

Special Requests:
See our inclusion policy for special group requests.

What you should bring

WHAT TO BRING

  • Waterproof shell
  • Tennis shoes or trail shoes (no open-toed shoes) for approach
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • 32 oz. of water per person
  • Snacks
  • Avoid short shorts

ALSO CONSIDER

  • Synthetic clothing
  • Ice-cold fluids
  • Lip balm
  • Camera

APEX MOUNTAIN SCHOOL PROVIDES

  • Climbing shoes
  • Harnesses (42”/44” max)
  • Helmets
  • Ropes, belay devices, anchors
  • Professional guide and instruction
Valley view in Colorado

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Meet our guides

Our guides are dedicated to giving the safest, most fulfilling experience to our clients. With the most AMGA certifications we have the most qualified guides in the area.

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