Guided Ice Climbing
fully booked for the 2024 Season
Sorry we missed you this season, but there are a number of highly qualified instructors available if you’re willing to head north. Try one of our recommendations:
Ragged Mountain Guides (NH, VT, NY)
Vitti Mountain Guides (Catskills, Adirondacks)
Enjoy the winter! We’ll see you when rock programs resume in April 2024.
About Ice Climbing
If I'm honest - ice, alpine and mixed climbing are my favorite climbing disciplines. There's just something about swinging the ice tools and climbing an improbable frozen waterfall or topping out a frozen winter peak.
First-time ice climbers will love the short, steep flows and gullies of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Climbers of any ability will find rewarding ice and alpine climbing in the Catskills (NY), Adirondacks (NY) and in the Mt Washington Valley (NH). The Northeast is known for its world class ice climbing destinations.
Details
No climbing experience is necessary.
All necessary technical equipment is provided (no additional cost) including: ropes, boots, crampons, ice tools, harness, helmet.
Climbers are responsible for bringing a backpack, appropriate clothing and food.
Ascent will provide a guide just for you (or your party) who will help create an ice climbing experience that matches your objectives and skill level.
Ages 15+
We’ll recommend a location based on current conditions convenient for your travel plans.
More Info
Where We Climb
Ice climbing requires just the right mix of cold temps, moisture and aspect. When you book, Ascent guides will recommend convenient options based on current conditions and your travel preferences.
Explore some of the areas where we climb ice.
Local Destinations
Connecticut Locations
Canaan Mountain Area
Connecticut Gully, Bicycle Route (Canaan)
Peoples State Forest (Barkhamsted)
Chatfield Hollow State Park (Killingworth)
Northeast Ice Climbing
Racebrook Falls (Sheffield, MA)
Western Massachusetts (Various)
Catskill Mountains (NY)
Overnight Trips
Ascent also operates in Adirondack Park (NY) and the White Mountains (NH). Advanced preparation is required because of the travel involved, but there’s no additional charge. Inquire about availability.
Adirondacks (Keene, NY)
Mt. Washington Valley (North Conway, NH)
Rumney and Franconia Notch Area (NH)
From Our Guests
"It was great, and we both enjoyed it a lot. Thank you for your professional guiding and for the generosity with your time!"
- Roy L.
"Just wanted to say thank you again for making Saturday so much fun!! You really made me feel at ease belaying and I'm so excited to get out there again!!"
- Grace K
