Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata Climbing Experience in Idaho Springs

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

A Via Ferrata, which means “iron way” in Italian, is a method of mountaineering & rock climbing that’s been used in Europe for centuries. Via Ferrata courses use a combination of ladders, rungs, rails, cables and bridges to aid in moving across and up a cliff face. The Iron Way in Idaho Springs is an assisted rock climbing guided tour where guests clip into cables that run along the side of a cliff. They then move along a designated path of iron rungs and bridges to move across, and along the way they will be required to clip in and out of the cable to progress through the course. This is made possible through an advanced internal locking system in the carabiners. Each guest will have 2 carabiners connected to bungee-style lanyards on their harness. The internal locking system makes it impossible to clip out of both at the same time, insuring that climbers are connected to the cable of the course at all times.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Weight minimums and maximums are 40 lbs to 250 lbs.

Operates in all weather conditions (exception of lightning), please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

We provide the harness, helmet, and all equipment needed for this adventure.

Local guide

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

3 hours of mountaineering, including traversing the cliffside among iron rungs, a 50-foot free fall section, and more. This activity also includes a few ziplines from AVA's Cliffside Zipline course. Built into the cliffside above Idaho Springs, Colorado.

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Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata

Reviews

5.00

19 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Scary but exhilarating! ...
Stacy S,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Scary but exhilarating! There was some bad weather that came up while we were out there so 2 of us didn’t get to do 2 things along the course but overall it was a great experience.
Great time and worked with us when we were late
748kandacek,
Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience with friendly hosts/guides! They even called us to make sure we were close when we werent there 15 min early. We were stuck in traffic and were afraid that we weren't going to make our time, but they worked with us!! My only complaint would be the location it is not optimal. But that's mainly due to the construction and proximity to the highway, but very cool time!
A must do! Ask for Andy and Michael-great guides!
Deb S,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an excellent family adventure. Our guides Andy and Michael were outstanding. They were a great team that worked together well and were extremely patient and safety conscious. The views were amazing!
John and Sunshine did a...
Tom C,
Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
John and Sunshine did a great job guiding our small group thru the course, and the course was fun and exciting
A good time
Z7996DDsabrinah,
Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fun activity. We have done rock climbing and zip lining before but the via ferrata was a great mix and a new adventure. Our guides, Hunter and Jon, were knowledgeable and experienced. Our whole family had a great time.
I will be back!
759vincenta,
Sep 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun and challenging would best describe this adventure. The only reason this works for non climber is the guides. We had the two best guides who were knowledgeable and friendly. They make sure you are safe and having fun the entire climb. We did the starlight climb which was Awesome. I recommend wearing something that has a zipper so you can bring your phone to capture this experience. It was wonderful. I will be back!
Awesome Adventure!
DJCarlin31,
Sep 6, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This trip was thrilling all around. Our guides, Xavier and Lilly, were both terrific. Their knowledge and leadership made the day special for everyone in our group. I can not wait to be back with AVA in the future!
Via Ferrata "The Best"
866dennisjs,
Aug 12, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great introduction to many things to do outdoors in Colorado in the summer. It had some rock climbing-like experience, walking on wire suspension bridges, repelling, and zip lines. Xavier and Otter were fantastic guides and we all had a great time. I highly recommend AVA Via Ferrata Climbing to anyone that can.
via Ferrata
anna m,
Aug 6, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a diverse and entertaining three hour adventure! Highly recommended! Gus and Max kept us all safe and entertained :)
High ropes course meets rock climbing
U9679XCdavidp,
Jul 16, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guides on the Via Ferrata Max and Simon were fantastic! Very entertaining and very knowledgeable. We were in good hands with them guiding us. It really pushed us out of our comfort zones in a safe way. Our guides even took our pictures and sent them to us after the experience. I would definitely recommend this if you have ever wanted to try rock climbing or a high ropes course.