Frey Mostly Trad climbing 86 routes in crag

Refugio Frey is surrounded by two valleys crowned with more than thirty granite spires ranging between 20-250 meters high.

Mostly crack climbing, though there is some variety with slab and some vertical face. Majority of the routes are trad, many featuring bolts and double rings at belay stations. That being said, some bolts/pitons are very old or rusted or self driven bolts. Most climbs top out in summits that can hold only a couple of people. Climbs vary between grades III to 8a but are primarily 6 and upwards.

Climbing season from December to March with, February as the driest month. There is a guide book available from the tourist shop next to Club Andino in Bariloche for 1100ARS. The guide book has a wealth of info and is essential for any climbing. It also adds a seriousness scale to the grade of the climb from E1 being 'easily protectable' to E4 'Fifteen meter fall possible, Crux moves are mandatory. In case of bolted routes, bolts are over 7m apart' to E6 'in case of fall, call the funeral palour and undertaker mid-air'

There is a Refugio run by a not-for-profit organization called Club Andino (they also run the volunteer rescue service - the only rescue available), who make fresh dinner every night and have stocks of beer and other treats (all at cost - but pretty reasonable) Check the website http://refugiofreybariloche.com/ for prices - the Argentine peso has been in freefall for the last 5 years or so, meaning prices can change dramatically. The refugio also has some larger cams (4, 5, 6, etc) and other gear that is occasionally lent out depends on how friendly you are

Trekking permits are required (no cost). You can apply for this at https://www.nahuelhuapi.gov.ar/

Overall, Frey is a spectacular place with fantastic climbing. Generally, approaches are easy but the grades are not, and at times, weather conditions can change quickly.