Outdoor Climbing in the Poudre Canyon - Fort Collins, CO

Join us for Summer Night Heights!

This summer we are expanding our outdoor programming! This is a great opportunity to gain experience climbing on real rock in a variety of settings with a small group. Since the character of each crag is unique, and each approach is unique, we will give a description of both to help you determine if the location will work for you. Please reach out with questions or concerns. All participants are welcome regardless of age, gender, or ability. We will focus on every participant as an individual and encourage each climber to push their unique and personal comfort zones. No experience needed!

The Low Hanging Fruit Crag is virtually roadside but some ambulation is necessary to get to the base. We are available to provide some assistance. This crag has a variety of grades which we will have rigged for top-roping. This crag gets late day sun. 

We will cover the basics of rope work, belay commands, climber movement, and crag etiquette so that a first time climber or seasoned veteran, can become confidant in the vertical environment. The benefits of climbing have been proven to help a wide range of disabilities such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), limb loss/limb difference, and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

We welcome any and all disabilities and look forward to giving back to our community. Benefits of rock climbing include physical and mental aspects such as practice of fine motor skills, coordination of movements, balance, and core control as well as problem solving and mental focus. 

Where: Low Hanging Fruit Crag in the Poudre Canyon, Fort Collins, CO 80525

How to Get There: From Ted's Place (the gas station as you enter the canyon), hit the odometer, and tap the stop watch. Drive for two and half minutes (no speeding) or nearly a total of two miles (yes, 2). Park at the large pulloff on the east side (right hand side) of the road before the second dam. Walk for 30-200 seconds, next to the road and along the cliff. You have arrived.

When: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM MST

Cost: no cost and all equipment is required. Registration is mandatory.

Climbers are encouraged to wear comfortable and flexible clothing, conducive to fitness/recreation. Equipment is provided, including harnesses and shoes.