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A Lake Tahoe rock climbing guide walks down the mountain road with her group to start climbing the Tahoe Via Ferrata. One of the best Lake Tahoe adventures!
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Two climbers crossing a suspension bridge on the Tahoe Via Ferrata. One of the best Lake Tahoe adventures!

How Do Tahoe Via Ferrata Guides Manage Inherent Risk?

As Tahoe Via Ferrata guides, we are often asked the question, “Is this safe?” And, if we were to give you the short answer, it would be “NOPE!” because entering into any mountainous environment involves inherent risk.
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A competitor running during the Broken Arrow Skyrace on the Tahoe Via Ferrata.

First North American Via Ferrata To Be Featured in a World-Class Running Event, The Broken Arrow Skyrace

The Tahoe Via Ferrata is now featured in the Broken Arrow Skyrace’s Iron Face Challenge, which travels 5.75 miles and climbs approximately 2,000 vertical feet.
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A climber on a traverse climbing the Tahoe Via Ferrata during the summer. One of the best Lake Tahoe adventures!

Via Ferrata March 2023 Operations Update

As you may have heard, Lake Tahoe has had a record breaking winter according to the Central Sierra Snow Lab. This makes the 2022/2023 winter season the second snowiest winter…
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The Palisades Tahoe Tram ascending the cables above the Tahoe Via Ferrata. One of the best Lake Tahoe adventures!

Locals’ Day Recap on the Tahoe Via

Written by Robert Kyte On October 7th, in celebration of the 5th Anniversary of the Tahoe Via Ferrata, Alpenglow hosted a Locals’ Day on the Via, offering free climbing excursions…
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A climber traverses below a suspension bridge on the Tahoe Via Ferrata. One of the best Lake Tahoe adventures!

Why Fall is the Best Time to Climb the Tahoe Via

Written by Robert Kyte Now in our fifth season, the Tahoe Via Ferrata has quickly become a must-do adventure in the greater Lake Tahoe area. We’re incredibly proud to say…
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A female rock climbing guide walking to the base of the Tahoe Via Ferrata with a family. One of the best Lake Tahoe adventures!

Our Favorite Moments from the ’22 Tahoe Via Season

Written by Robert Kyte In just five seasons, the Tahoe Via Ferrata has become a staple on the list of must-do summer activities in the Lake Tahoe area. We’re proud…
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We’re Open and Operating here at the Tahoe Via!

While the Caldor Fire is not quite extinguished, evacuation orders have been lifted for most of our friends in South Lake Tahoe and the West Shore of Tahoe. With that…
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5 Reasons the Tahoe Via is a Great Family Activity

Written by Isaac Laredo Are you looking for a new way to experience the Tahoe area with your family? The Tahoe VIA provides the perfect opportunity to experience one of…
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Who Can Climb the Via?

Written by Isaac Laredo You can climb the Tahoe Via! Whether you are a seasoned multi-pitch rock climber or a family of four, the Tahoe Via is designed to provide…
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NEW ROUTE NOW OPEN – The Loophole

We are officially welcoming The Loophole route to our Tahoe Via Ferrata roster! Along with the Skyline Traverse, Sundial Arete and the Great Escape, we now have a total of…
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