Notchtop is an unmistakable peak high in Odessa Gorge. It’s named for a split in the ridge creating a separate tower from its true summit.  Notchtop has 2 high quality routes to choose from, The Spiral Route (5.7) and The Direct South Ridge (5.9).  Your guide will choose which suits the group best.  The descent is commonly done with 6 rappels down the west face. This trip is available from late June through early September. 

$499.00

Pay a 50% deposit per item
Climbers being guided up Notchtop Mountain's face in Rocky Mountain National Park.

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Details

Minimum Eligibility Criteria: Previous climbing experience, ability to efficiently follow 5.7-9 crack/face climbing with a light pack on and previous experience doing several rappels in row.  Ability to ascend and descend 4000ft over 8 miles with a pack on in a reasonable amount of time. 

Length: 10-12 hours

Maximum Ratio: 2 participants, 1 guide

Minimum Age: Under 18 will need written consent from parent/guardian

Curriculum/Itinerary

  • Equipment overview and proper fit
  • Leave No Trace Principles and Outdoor Crag Etiquette
  • Risk Management Discussion
  • Approach, Climb and Descend the route

Price Includes

Does Include:

  • AMGA Trained/Certified Guide/Instructor
  • Group Climbing Equipment
  • Ropes
    • Technical Hardware – carabiners, protection, belay device, etc
    • Technical Softgoods – slings, cordelette, anchor rope, etc
  • Personal Climbing Equipment
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Helmet
  • Harness

Does Not Include:

  • Food
  • Transportation
  • Lodging
  • Trip/cancellation Insurance
  • Non-technical Personal Items – clothing, pack, sunglasses, etc
  • Rescue Insurance
  • Park Entrance Fees (if applicable)
  • Guide Gratuity
  • Unforeseen costs incurred outside of the control of SAI

Equipment List

Clothing

Bottom

  • Lightweight synthetic bottom
  • Synthetic underwear
  • Lightweight softshell pants – a tighter, more athletic fit is ideal 

Top

  • Lightweight longsleeve top
  • Midweight longsleeve top – with hood recommended
  • Sports Bra
  • Lightweight softshell jacket with hood
  • Non-insulated lightweight waterproof shell jacket with hood – should fit over your softshell jacket and under your harness waistbelt
  • Down or synthetic midweight insulated puffy jacket – should fit over the outside of all your layers

Head

  • Wool or synthetic beanie – needs to fit under your helmet  (no pom pom on top)
  • Face Mask (PPE) – n95 or similar
  • Sunglasses – full sun protection with 100% UV protection 

Hands

  • 1 pair of mid-weight water resistant softshell type gloves – with a leather palm

Feet

  • 1 pair Wool or synthetic mid-weight socks – hiking socks are great
  • Footwear: Sticky rubber approach shoes are great! A lightweight hiking boot is also another option

Technical Equipment 

  • Harness – UIAA/CE rated climbing harness with belay loop and gear loops.  Should be able to fit on the outside of your layers.  Adjustable leg loops recommended
  • Helmet – UIAA/CE rated climbing helmet.  Should be able to fit on the outside of your beanie
  • 2 locking carabiners – large, round stock screw gate carabiners that are easily manipulated while wearing gloves
  • Belay/Rappel device
  • Sticky rubber rock climbing shoes – comfort is important!
  • (Optional)  Assisted Braking Device – Petzl Gri-Gri, Edelrid Mega-Jul, BD Pilot, etc

*All technical equipment will be provided by SAI, but if you have our own, it’s encouraged that you bring it.

Food

  • 2L of water
  • 1500-2000 calories of food – energy bars, pre-made sandwiches, fruits, etc

Personal

  • Backpack – 30-35L
  • Smaller “on-route” pack – 15-20L
  • 2L of water carrying capacity total.  1 water bottle and 1 dromedary bag is great
  • Lip balm
  • Sunscreen
  • Smartphone