Pikes Peak Alpine School is a guide service and mountain school that teaches alpine hiking, avalanche education, backcountry skiing, guided rock climbing, and ice climbing. Established in 1989, the school holds the only year-round permit to guide climbers on Pikes Peak. The school focuses on educating and guiding climbers, mountaineers, and snowriders; this includes all age groups and skill levels.

Rock climbing lessons are offered during warmer months while ice-climbing lessons take place during the winter. Visitors to Pikes Peak Alpine School have the opportunity to get away from resorts and explore the joys of skiing in the backcountry. Classes cover topics such as Avalanche Education and Rock Rescue.

1819 North Corona Street, Colorado Springs, CO, Phone: 719-368-9524

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