Gavin Porter
About me
Gavin was raised in Livingston, Montana, spending his youth exploring the local mountains and backpacking through Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming. He began climbing in his early 20s, immediately enamored with this new modality of experiencing the mountains.
Gavin has climbed both rock and vertical water ice throughout many of the western states with a focus on long alpine routes and technical winter objectives. He can commonly be found seeking out the ice and mixed climbs of Hyalite Canyon near Bozeman.
He has taken his alpine climbing passion to international ranges, enjoying the summit of Patagonian peaks, including Guillaumet, Poincenot, Cerro Solo, and Loma Blanca. Gavin has also had the pleasure of exploring climbing in Scotland, Thailand, Laos, Mexico, and any other country he can find his way into.
Gavin strives to provide a light-hearted learning environment filled with patience and plenty of stoke for all levels of skill and experience.
Certifications
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Reviews
Trip: Custom Ice Climbing
With Gavin P. on March 15, 2025
Company: Montana Mountaineering
I had a great day learning to ice climb with Gavin. I've been on other trips with Gavin and really enjoy his teaching ability and his patience. Thanks for an amazing day.
By Christopher G. on March 18, 2025
Trip: Custom Ice Climbing
With Gavin P. on February 23, 2025
Company: Montana Mountaineering
Fantastic. Gavin was flexible and responsive to what I wanted from the day. Excellent “bedside” manner as well
By Ryan E. on February 24, 2025
Trip: Custom Rock Climbing
With Thomas R., Gavin P. on September 15, 2024
Company: Montana Mountaineering
Amazing guide and rock climbing experiece, very patient guide
By Mary ann A. on September 23, 2024
Trip: Alpine Rock Essentials
With Gavin P. on June 08, 2024
Company: Montana Mountaineering
I had a great guided experience with MMA. I was able to climb an objective and also learn about climbing systems and anchors in the process.
By Christopher G. on June 11, 2024
Trip: Custom Ice Climbing
With Gavin P. on January 14, 2024
Company: Montana Mountaineering
Taylor was an amazing guide. He was very well prepared for the extreme cold conditions and made sure we all enjoyed the trip. He is super patient while explaining and made sure we are safe during the climb. I had a fantastic experience and would love to climb again with Montana mountaineering.
By Sundarrajan Y. on January 22, 2024
Trip: Custom Rock Climbing
With Gavin P. on July 29, 2023
Company: Montana Mountaineering
Gavin took us on some great, challenging climbs, and gave us insightful pointers when we needed them... an amazing day!
By Andrey K. on August 06, 2023
Trip: Custom Rock Climbing
With Gavin P. on July 15, 2023
Company: Montana Mountaineering
By Christine M. on July 15, 2023
Trip: Gavin Porter
With Gavin P. on February 11, 2023
Company: Montana Mountaineering
We had a great two days out with Gavin! He took into account our level and what we were looking to accomplish during our trips and took us on two awesome days of climbing with a lot of pitches. Gavin is a very good instructor and also encourages you to get on things that may be outside of your pay grade (but hey, why not give it a try…you’re on top rope). He is a patient guide and was very enjoyable to chat with and spend two days with. Would 100% guide with Gavin again in the future!
By Lauren W. on April 01, 2023