Outdoor Pursuits

Climbing Gym

Outdoor Pursuits is excited to offer a wide variety of bouldering and route climbing terrain for all skill levels in its 7,000+ square foot climbing gym.

Learn more about the Climbing Gym

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Equipment Rentals

Exploring the outdoors shouldn't be limited to those who own the best equipment. Check out what Outdoor Pursuits has to rent for camping, backpacking, climbing or winter activities.

Equipment Rental

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Challenge Course Experience

The Challenge Course is great at helping groups getting to know each other, improving communication and problem solving skills or exploring leadership styles!

Challenge Course Experience

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Adventure Resource Center

The ARC helps students plan and execute their next great outdoor escapade. This can include route recommendations, meal planning, and more!

Adventure Resource Center

Trips and Courses

Boulder and the surrounding areas are the perfect setting to recreate and enjoy the great outdoors. Outdoor Pursuits offers a variety of trips and courses located in and around Boulder and throughout the state. Take advantage of learning new skills and exploring all that the area and state has to offer!

Trips and courses are designed with the beginner CU Boulder students in mind. Our goal is to introduce and develop your skills so that you can be proficient when you head out with your friends or one of the amazing student organizations on campus. Membership to the Rec Center is required to participate in all trips and courses.

Avalanche Courses & Winter Activities

Break Trips

Climbing Gym Courses
(These courses have been put on hold due to the climbing gym closure.)

ECenter Bike Clinics and Classes

Fly Fishing

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Hiking and Backpacking Trips

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Incoming student trips

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Kayaking

Outdoor Rock and Ice Climbing

Scuba Courses

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Wilderness Medicine

Wilderness Workshops

Registration, Refund & Transfer Information

Trip & Course Logistical Information & Polices

Outdoor Pursuits Jobs

The OutPost Blog

The OutPost Blog is a space where students express some of their favorite experiences with the outdoors. These range from solo cross-continental hikes to mountaineering with a team. Check out a few articles and see if you're inspired for your next adventure!

Finding Myself on 14ers

Hogan Warlock explains the unique feeling of an ideal coming to fruition—literally reaching the pinnacle—by reaching the summit of a 14,000+ foot mountain peak.

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Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Gear Selection 101

Let Sophia Marseilles help you choose the right gear for a safe and exhilarating backcountry ski or snowboard trip.

Pushing for the Pinnacle

Ivy Todd talks about perseverance and pushing herself while facing the toughest obstacles.

Contact Outdoor Pursuits

Rental Center Hours

Monday: 2-7 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 2-7 p.m.
Friday: 2-7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

Call 303-492-6080 for rental needs.

Please note the climbing gym is closed until further notice.

Location

Outdoor Pursuits Offices, Student Recreation Center

Contact

303-492-6080
cuop@colorado.edu

Thank you to our sponsors!

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