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Arapahoe Basin wants to build a second “via ferrata” climbing route

The area’s first via ferrata, which opened in 2021, is considered one of the most challenging in the U.S.

The existing via ferrata climbing route at Arapahoe Basin opened the summer of 2021 on the ski area's spectacular East Wall and is considered one of the most challenging in the U.S. Arapahoe Basin is proposing a second one that would be suitable for guests with less ambitious adventure goals. (Ian Zinner/Provided by Arapahoe Basin)
The existing via ferrata climbing route at Arapahoe Basin opened the summer of 2021 on the ski area’s spectacular East Wall and is considered one of the most challenging in the U.S. Arapahoe Basin is proposing a second one that would be suitable for guests with less ambitious adventure goals. (Ian Zinner/Provided by Arapahoe Basin)
DENVER, CO - JANUARY 13 : Denver Post's John Meyer on Monday, January 13, 2014. (Photo By Cyrus McCrimmon/The Denver Post)
By | jmeyer@denverpost.com | The Denver Post
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It will be designed for those seeking more modest climbing adventures.
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