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Climb Spirit Mountain, Montana: 3 Routes to the Summit with Beartooth Mountain Guides
Spirit Mountain (12,288 ft) is one of the most sought-after alpine summits in the Beartooth Mountains of Montana. Towering above Moon and Glacier Lakes, this granite giant offers climbers a choice of three unforgettable routes, each with its own character—ranging from scenic alpine hiking to full-scale multi-pitch rock climbing.
At Beartooth Mountain Guides, we specialize in guided climbing trips on Spirit Mountain, including the iconic Lunar Arete route. Whether you’re look
Anju
Jul 114 min read
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The 5 Best Moderate Alpine Climbs in Montana’s Beartooth Mountains
Montana’s Beartooth Mountains are home to some of the most remote, rugged, and rewarding alpine climbing in the lower 48. With over two dozen peaks rising above 12,000 feet, and an abundance of alpine cirques and granite ridgelines, this range is a true hidden gem for adventurous climbers. In this guide, we highlight five of the best moderate alpine climbs in the Beartooths—routes that combine quality granite, high alpine settings, and a real sense of wilderness.
Anju
Jun 44 min read
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The Female Mountain Guide Mentorship Program
Beartooth Mountain Guides is excited to offer a new Mentorship program for women wanting to become Mountain Guides.
Anju
Mar 202 min read
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The Italian Dolomites by Via Ferrata
The Dolomites really live up to all the hype with excellent food, inviting locals, affordable prices, beautiful mountains, and that sweet...
akiojoy
Oct 3, 20247 min read
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Lunar Arete: A Classic Beartooth Adventure
About a month beforehand, Bill reached out to us regarding our Alpine Skills courses in Red Lodge. Being experienced in the mountains and...
akiojoy
Jul 27, 20244 min read
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Chamonix - Zermatt Ski Haute Route
Once we got to the top of the Gran Montets gondola, the rain transformed into snow and fresh loading.
Anju
Apr 15, 20247 min read
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Skiing the Italian Alps by Hut: Ortler Group
We chose the Ortler trip because of the flexibility it provided, the lighter packs, and the general focus on good downhill skiing.
akiojoy
Mar 28, 20246 min read
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Arco Climbing Trip: Playground of the Dolomites
Everybody knows about the Dolomites - but what do you do if the weather turns bad? Find tips and tricks in this Climbing Trip to Arco where
Anju
Oct 18, 20234 min read
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Granite Peak: A Letter of Recommendation by Craig Gardiner
I recommend Beartooth Mountain Guides if you are considering a climb of Granite Peak.
Craig Gardiner
Aug 15, 20233 min read
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7 days in world-class rock climbing destination: Turkey (by a travel climbing guide)
Travel climbing guide Anju has visited over 50 crags around the world and here is why Geyikbayırı in Turkey is a world-class rock...
Anju
May 20, 20237 min read
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5 Top Tips for Climbing Granite Peak (by an IFMGA Guide)
It's no wonder that Granite Peak is considered one of the most challenging of the state high points; it requires 5th class climbing, 22...
akiojoy
May 17, 20239 min read
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4 Days Skiing High in the Beartooths
This April marked Beartooth Mountain Guides' first Goose Lake ski mountaineering camp, an adventure that we hope to make an annual...
akiojoy
May 15, 20234 min read
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Norwegian Ice Climbing in Rjukan, a Mecca for Europe Lovers
Insights into Norwegian ice climbing in Rjukan: where to go, what to climb and how to prepare, a trip report by IFMGA guide Akio. After...
akiojoy
Mar 7, 20234 min read
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Road trip from Ankara to Antalya: a world-class rock climbing destination in Turkey
In this trip report Akio describes a month-long road trip from Ankara to Antalya. It doesn't only include Turkey rock climbing but...
akiojoy
Jan 24, 20224 min read
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