FEATURED SMITH ROCK CLIMBS

 

An INTRO to OUTDOOR ROCK CLIMBING Student on the one of the many sport climbing crags in SMITH ROCK. There are crags that suit beginners to areas that entertain even the worlds best sport climbers.

SMITH ROCK Cragging

Sport Climbing (Beginner to Expert) -SINGLE DAY-ROCK CLIMBING

Cragging? Yes, cragging a low commitment activity of simply enjoying climbing for climbing sake. It’s often a very relaxed approach getting out with your friends, under the direction of your guides, to climb to your heart's content. You will learn some tricks and get to challenge yourself with goals of improvement while engaging the stone and your surroundings. Craggin is a great option for visiting families, avid climbers that wish to tour our classics, or coaching on harder projects.

Guide to Client Ratio: 1:1-2:8

Standard Duration: 5-8hrs

 
 

West Face of the Monkey Face, Smith Rock State Park.

Monkey FAce

West Face Variation the Monkey-(III 5.8, A0+) - MULTI-PITCH ROCK

Pioneer Route (II-5.6, A0)- MULTI-PITCH ROCK

And Iconic bucket list climb. Monkey Face is a 350 foot spire that is the centerpiece of Smith Rock State Park. This route begins with moderate climbing via 5.6 or 5.8 cracks, both leading to an exciting belay stance on Bohn Street before you are faced with the overhanging neck of the Monkey. Protected via a heart fluttering bolt ladder, you ascend a short pitch using aid climbing techniques to gain the mouth. But its not over yet. Step out of the mouth to 200 feet of exposure and pull yourself to the summit on big 5.6 hand holds.

Guide to Client Ratio: 2:1-4:2

Standard Duration: 3/4 day

 
 

Climbers on Zebra Zion at Smith Rock State Park . A must do for the 5.10 rock climber.

Multi-Pitch Climbing-Smith Rock

(II-III 5.6-5.10) -MULTI-PITCH ROCK

There are many medium to long routes in the park. Crack climbing or sport climbing focused, there is no shortage of routes leaving the ground. Either climbing for a few hours while enjoying the many stunning faces of Smith, or bagging several lines in a day, this is a wonderful way to enjoy the Park.

Guide to Client Ratio: 2:1-4:2

Standard Duration: 5-8hrs