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The San Juan region offers some of the best ice climbing in the country.
Bridal Veil Falls
Located at the eastern end of the Telluride Valley, Bridal Veil Falls is a challenging ice climb and is considered a classic. Sign a waiver at trailhead, and advance with caution as the approach is along several avalanche paths. DO NOT climb on the falls directly below the Power House and stay off the structure at the top because it is private property.
Ingram Falls
Ingram Falls is another classic climb that is located to the left Bridal Veil and can be seen from the town of Telluride (Ingram is often confused with Bridal Veil). This is also a difficult climb and the approach is tricky due to numerous avalanche paths.
Ames Falls
This is the steep, 600 foot cliff overlooking the tiny village of Ames. Ames Wall boasts Ames Ice Hose, and the forest below has a few shorter, easier waterfalls. From Telluride, drive west for 10 minutes or so to 145. Take a left on 145. Drive for another 10 or 15 minutes in a southerly direction, passing Mountain Village and Alta Lakes on your left. Take a right on Ilium Road. Drive 2 minutes, and take a left on Ames Rd towards the obvious Ames Power Station. Ames wall is reached by taking the trail to the northeast of the station.
Ouray
Forty-five minutes from Telluride is the town of Ouray. During the winter months
the Ouray Ice Park is open for climbing, and the cliffs of the Uncompaghre Gorge
are known world-wide as one of the premier places for climbing ice. There are many developed climbs of all abilities at the park. The ice park is also a great place to learn the sport of ice climbing. For those wanting adventure, head up the Camp Bird Road to the routes up there. You'll find classics like the Skylight, Birdbrain Blvd and the Ribbon.
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