As winter’s frosty embrace envelops North America, a special breed of climbers gears up to turn the frozen landscapes from Canada to Colorado into their personal vertical playgrounds. Welcome to the world of ice climbing, where the chill is thrilling, and the routes are ephemeral. Join us on an unforgettable road trip as we explore iconic ice climbing locales from the frosty terrains of Bozeman, Mont., continuing through Cody, Wyo., and culminating in the ice climber’s paradise, Ouray, Colo.
Act One: BOZEMAN/MONTANA
Where Ice Reigns Supreme
After journeying south from the Canadian wilderness, with its own cornucopia of ice climbing routes, our first major U.S. stop is Bozeman, Mont. Renowned for its challenging ice climbs and stunning natural beauty, Bozeman offers a diverse range of climbs that will test your mettle…