The Best Place to Gear Up for Your Silverton Adventure

Whether you're planning to explore the Alpine Loop, ride world-class mountain bike trails, climb high alpine peaks, or hike among the San Juan Mountains, having the right gear can make all the difference.

Guests at The Silverton Lodge often ask where they can rent bikes, pick up last-minute supplies, or find local advice before heading into the mountains. Our recommendation is simple:

Northstar Mountain Sports

Located just a short walk from The Silverton Lodge at 906 Greene Street, Northstar Mountain Sports is Silverton's locally owned, full-service mountain shop.

Whether you've forgotten a piece of gear or are planning an entire adventure, the shop has you covered.

Bike Rentals

Explore Silverton on two wheels with:

  • Premium full-suspension mountain bikes

  • E-bikes

  • Comfort and town bikes

  • Helmets and accessories

Whether you're riding the Colorado Trail, exploring county roads, or cruising around town, there's a bike for every adventure.

Hiking & Backpacking

Need something for the trail?

Northstar carries gear from trusted outdoor brands including:

  • Patagonia

  • Big Agnes

  • Nemo Equipment

  • Jetboil

  • Katadyn

  • Black Diamond

  • Petzl

  • Darn Tough

  • Leki

You'll also find trekking poles, water filters, backpacks, maps, trail snacks, and plenty of local knowledge.

Climbing

Silverton is surrounded by incredible alpine climbing and cragging opportunities.

Northstar stocks climbing essentials including:

  • Helmets

  • Harnesses

  • Belay devices

  • Chalk

  • Carabiners

  • Approach gear

Camping

Whether you're camping at Molas Lake or heading deep into the Weminuche Wilderness, the shop offers quality equipment and knowledgeable recommendations.

Local Knowledge

One of the best reasons to stop by is the staff.

They can help with:

  • Current trail conditions

  • Jeep road access

  • Weather

  • Ride recommendations

  • Hiking suggestions

  • Climbing objectives

  • Scenic drives

Local advice is often the difference between a good day and a great one.

Just Minutes from The Silverton Lodge

Northstar Mountain Sports is less than a five-minute walk from the lodge, making it easy to grab forgotten gear or rent equipment before heading out for the day.

Learn more at www.northstarmountainsports.com

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