Membership
More Than a Pass—You Keep the Gorge Frozen & Free.
Our operations are powered by climbers like you. Your annual membership funds our Ice Farmers, maintains canyon infrastructure, and keeps the gates open—while unlocking daily early access, local Ouray discounts, and shipped-to-your-door swag.
Community
20% off OIP merch at Dick’s Chalet, Ouray local business discounts, and access to select member nights.
Basic
Adds daily 30-min early morning park entry, 35% off Twin Peaks Hot Springs, and 24-hr priority Ice Fest registration.
Pro
Adds 35% off Twin Peaks for +1 guest, all member events (including Dan Babin), plus shipped OIP Guidebook & Swag Pack.
Ambassador
Includes a $300 Twin Peaks Punch Pass, $25 gift card + 2 breakfasts, custom Camo Sweatshirt, and open BOD invites.
| '26–'27 Season Compare All Benefits Every plan includes all benefits to its left. Swag & guidebooks ship free via USPS. | Community $50 / season Join |
Park Favorite
Basic
$90
/ season
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Swag + Book
Pro
$225
/ season
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$350+ Perks
Ambassador
$500
/ season
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| 20% Off Official OIP Merch Save 20% on all Ouray Ice Park apparel & gear at Dick’s Chalet | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ouray Local Partner Discounts Member savings at Ouray lodging, dining, coffee & gear shops | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Night Climbing & Select Events Climb under the lights in the Gorge with free entry to select events | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily Early Morning Park Access Beat the crowds and get first tracks on fresh ice before public opening | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 24-Hr Priority Ice Fest Registration Early registration for sought-after Festival clinics & events | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expanded Member Event Access Free admission to most OIP member gatherings & night climbing | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 35% Off Twin Peaks Hot Springs Post-climb recovery with 35% off hot springs admission for the member | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 35% Off Twin Peaks for +1 Guest Bring your climbing partner at the 35% member discount every visit | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| All Member Events + Speaker Series Includes special invite to Ice Climbing Geology with Dan Babin | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Official OIP Guidebook Shipped Free Complimentary copy of the official route guidebook mailed via USPS | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual Member Swag Pack Shipped Free OIP Bandana & exclusive member vinyl sticker mailed to your door | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free Twin Peaks Punch Pass $300 Value Complimentary hot springs punch pass—covers 60% of your membership alone | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Twin Peaks $25 Gift Card + 2 Breakfasts $50 Value Fuel up before heading into the Gorge with 2 hot breakfast passes & gift card | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Custom Camo Sweatshirt Shipped Free Limited-edition Ambassador camo sweatshirt mailed via USPS | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Website Photo & Name Tribute Featured photo & recognition on the OIP website honoring your support | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Open BOD Meeting Invitations Year-round seat at all open Board of Directors meetings | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Your Contribution Directly Supports: | One-Time Park Donation & Gorge Stewardship | Livable Wages for Our Ice Farmers & Staff Payroll | Staff Payroll + Plumbing, Signage & Canyon Access Rebuilds | Ouray Ice Fest, Competition Tower Upgrades, Permits & Operations |
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Save Around Town in Ouray
Show your digital membership card at participating Ouray partners to unlock exclusive lodging, hot springs, dining, and gear discounts. Click any partner to visit their website.
Built for Days in the Uncompahgre Gorge
Every membership level is designed to make your Ouray climbing trips smoother, warmer, and more connected.
Daily Early Morning Access
Beat the Crowds, Catch the Dawn. Step onto pristine, untouched ice 30 minutes before the gates open to the public. Secure your line and savor the quiet magic of the canyon at dawn.
Night Climbing Under the Lights
Climb Under the Stars. Gain complimentary access to members-only night climbing sessions throughout the season—train for alpine starts or experience the Gorge after dark.
24-Hr Priority Fest Registration
Secure Your Spot. Members get a crucial 24-hour head start on registration for sought-after Ouray Ice Festival clinics and special Park events before the public rush begins.
Member Events & Speaker Series
Connect with the Core Community. Community members access select events, Basic unlocks most gatherings, and Pro & Ambassador unlock all events—including Ice Climbing Geology with Dan Babin.
Shipped Swag & OIP Guidebook
Mailed Straight to Your Door. Pro & Ambassador members receive the official Ouray Ice Park Guidebook, OIP Bandana, and season decal via USPS—plus the custom Camo Sweatshirt for Ambassadors.
Honor Roll & Open BOD Seats
Ambassadors are recognized on our Ambassador Appreciation page and invited to all open Board meetings. Looking to make a major gift? Earn a plaque at Dick’s Chalet.
Smooth-as-Ice Annual Memberships (Cancel Anytime)
We’ve upgraded our membership platform to make your digital membership card and benefits seamless. Your annual membership works like a modern app subscription—you can manage your account or turn off next year’s auto-renewal anytime in one click.
Just Want to Cover Your $30/Day Climber Cost?
It costs $30 per day per climber to operate the Ouray Ice Park. If you prefer to make a tax-deductible one-time or monthly stewardship gift without a membership, visit our Donation page.
10% off for all members