Rules of the Ouray Ice Park

• Crampons are required for all persons (climbers or otherwise) in the established and posted “Climber Only” areas
• Crampons and a helmet are required for all persons while climbing or in the bottom of the gorge.
• Do not occupy more than two climbing routes in any one specific area.    No unattended fixed top-rope lines allowed
• Please be kind and watch your time on an anchor. There are others that wish to climb.
• No anchoring to any manmade structures including the penstock (the big red pipe)
• All climbing in the “School Room” area must be on established & numbered fixed anchors.
• It is suggested that all persons under the age of 18 be accompanied by an adult.
• Dogs must be leashed while at the Ouray Ice Park and no dogs are allowed in
  the bottom of the gorge.
• Persons violating these rules will lose the privilege of climbing in the park.

Please be courteous and respect your fellow climbers.
KNOW THE RULES. IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. BE SAFETY CONSCIOUS.

Also Take Note

• That the Ouray Ice Park does not offer guiding services or instruction (see our guiding page on who does)
• That the Ouray Ice Park does not rent helmets, harnesses, crampons, boots, tools (Ouray Mountain Sports does)
• That the Ouray Ice Park is typically open from December 15th to April 1st each year and that March is a great month to climb!!