Discover the allure of rock climbing in Colorado with the guidance of our experienced AVA guides. From belaying and rappelling to anchor setting, our rock climbing trips will introduce you to the fundamentals of the sport. Our beginner courses offer an ideal environment to apply your newfound skills. For more seasoned climbers, our intermediate routes provide the perfect opportunity to take your abilities to the next level.
LOCATION: Buena Vista, CO
ACTIVITIES: Rock Climbing
DURATION: 1/2 Day
DIFFICULTY: Level 4 (high physical exertion)
MINIMUM AGE: 6 years old
PRICE: from $99; $94 (6-12)
LOCATION: Buena Vista, CO
ACTIVITIES: Climb and raft The Numbers
DURATION: Full day
DIFFICULTY: Level 5 (wild/intense)
RIVER RATING: Class IV
MINIMUM AGE: 15 years old
PRICE: from $183
LOCATION: Buena Vista, CO
ACTIVITIES: Rock Climb and Zipline
DURATION: Full day
DIFFICULTY: Level 4 (high physical exertion)
MINIMUM AGE: 7 years old
PRICE: from $173 Ages 13+
from $163 Ages 7-12
At AVA, we are surrounded by stunning vertical terrain in the Arkansas Valley, and we can’t wait to help you explore it. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate climber, we offer a variety of rock climbing options for you to test your limits. With views of towering peaks such as Mount Princeton, Mount Yale, and Mount Harvard, our Buena Vista Outpost is the starting point for our half-day rock climbing tour and includes lessons and guided routes. Make your experience even more thrilling by pairing it with a whitewater rafting or zipline adventure. Our family-friendly rock climbing is perfect for kids and adults alike, and it’s a great way to build teamwork and trust with your climbing partners. Come experience the breathtaking views and exciting challenges of rock climbing with AVA!
Our Buena Vista outpost, situated just north of the town, is the ultimate destination for those seeking thrilling outdoor adventures in Colorado. With easy access from Summit County and Vail, you can experience the best of whitewater rafting, zip lining, horseback riding, fly fishing, camping, and hiking. Nestled in the picturesque Arkansas River Valley, this location offers breathtaking views of the Collegiate Peaks and the San Isabel National Forest, making it the perfect base camp for exploring the natural wonders of Colorado. Extend your stay in one of our charming miners’ cabins or book lodging in Buena Vista for the ultimate adventure vacation.
Come get your boulder burn on with AVA Colorado Via Ferrata on a 1/2 Day Rock Climbing + 1/2 Day Rafting trip! Start your day with our experienced climbing guides above the Arkansas River Valley, take a much needed lunch break to refuel, then gear up and head to the river for some afternoon fun on the whitewater.
With plenty of campsites at AVA’s Buena Vista location, you can plot yourself down for the weekend and enjoy some nights under the stars after days of adventure. Raft the Arkansas River, rock climb among the Rocky Mountain vistas, and make your summer one to remember.
Pair the intense and exciting rapids of the Arkansas River with the classic Colorado activity of rock climbing and you have yourself a weekend for the books. AVA’s Buena Vista outpost has rustic miner cabins on location as well, so the only thing you have to worry about bringing is a taste for adventure.