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Challenge your rock climbing skills in the alpine environment…
Rock climbing in the alpine environment is fascinating, challenging and rewarding. It opens new dimensions and heaps of perspective to this already exhilarating sport whether you are experience or just starting up. Alpine rock climbing generally involve traditional rock climbing techniques used at the crag which are adapted to longer rock routes in the alpine. Long approaches, on or off trails, and glacier travel is often required to access some of these routes. Along with great views, the rewards often include quality rock and breath taking exposure.
Summit Mountain Guides provides daily and multi day-guided Alpine rock climbing programs in the Nelson area, Western Canada and the European Alps. Our programs take place on the legendary walls and ridge of the Valhalla’s, the Bugaboo’s and les Aiguilles de Chamonix. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced climber we can build on your climbing background and personalize a program to suit your needs. Join us! Expand your mountain knowledge and maximize safety while climbing with a seasoned local guide.
Browse our guided and instructional programs below and contact us for specific or custom trips.
Valhalla Rock
Located in the heart of the southern Selkirk’s in South-Eastern British Columbia, Valhalla provincial park is home of the some of the finest alpine rock climbing in Western Canada. The Mulvey group, on the southern end of the park, provide a great collection of rugged rocky summit appealing to the alpine rock climber. The sunny faces and sharp ridge surrounding the headwaters of Mulvey creek offer numerous high quality alpine rock climbs for all ability level. Whether you are wanting to try this rewarding activity or interested in specific climbs like the classic south ridge of Gimli, Summit Mountain Guides has a program suitable for various experience level. Click on this link and find out about our 1 to 4 day Valhalla Alpine Rock programs.
