ROCK CLIMBING IN VANTAGE, WA
Banner Photo: Scott Welch - Scottclimbs@yahoo.com
The Frenchman Coulee, is an active desert climbing venue near the hamlet of Vantage, WA. Near the shores of the Columbia River and the Gorge Concert venue, the coulee attract rock climbers seeking the dry side of the Cascade crest. The columnar basalt provides vertical sport and crack climbing unique to this geology. Apart from being beautiful scenery to look at, the immense gray to orange columns at Frenchman Coulee have attracted both geologists and rock climbers alike. There are nearly 600 set routes in the area, but many climbers estimate the number of routes to be closer to 800.
The routes are 40- to 100-feet high. The stone pillars are lined with cracks that extend from the ground all the way to the top creating perfect climbs to work on your technique. It’s a fun place to camp for a few days and enjoy some desert stone.
Frenchman Coulee, WA is a rock climbing venue near Vantage WA. This location has become a focused destination for shoulder seasons and winter climbing. The venue offers some fun traditional gear climbs however mostly is known for its many sport climbing routes. Photo Lucas Davies
FEATURED VANTAGE, WA ROCK CLIMBS
THe Feathers-One of the many cliffs in Vantage.
Vantage Cragging
Sport Climbing (Beginner to Expert) -SINGLE DAY-ROCK CLIMBING
Craggin’? 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. You will learn some tricks and get to challenge yourself with the goal 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 be coached on harder projects.
Guide to Client Ratio: 1:1-2:12
Standard Duration: 7-8hrs
ALL OF OUR COURSES are available at many crags in Vantage WA. There are venues that suit beginners to areas that entertain the most fit climber. Its a perfect location for a weekend course.
Instructional Courses and Clinics
Intro to Outdoor Rock -ROCK COURSES
Intro to Sport- ROCK COURSES
Rescue Course(s)-ROCK COURSES
Multi-pitch Climbing and Efficiency -ROCK COURSES
This is a wonderful venue to focus on skills. If learning how to rock climb outside for the first time or a seasoned climber wishing to learn companion or self rescue, Vantage is a great classroom. Even though the terrain is not tall enough to warrant multi-pitch climbing, it still provides great climbing features for you to practice the techniques. All of our rock course are well suited at this venue.
Guide to Client Ratio: 1:1-2:12
Standard Duration: 7-8hrs
DETAILS
2020 SEASON
March-November
DURATION
Single Days
Custom trip length available
EXCLUDES
Transportation to and from meeting points
Personal climbing and camping equipment
Lunches and snacks on the route
Camping and catering options (Can be arranged on request)
INCLUDES
Professional Guide working within their Scope of Practice
Climbing Racks and Ropes
Emergency communications
CUSTOM GUIDING RATES
ROCK CLIMBING PREREQUISITES
No previous experience required
Ability to handle moderate amounts of exposure
ROCK CLIMBING/INSTRUCTION (Up to 6:1 Climber to Guide Ratio, Max 12 climbers)
Spend the day rock climbing at the crag from (8-4pm).
1-Climber $499.00 day/climber
2-Climbers $299.00 day/climber
3-Climbers $229.00 day/climber
4-Climbers $199.00 day/climber
5-Climbers $169.00 day/climber
6-Climbers $149.00 day/climber
7+ Climbers - Contact Us for Pricing
VANTAGE ROCK CLIMBING COURSES
OUTDOOR ROCK CAMP
Outdoor Rock Camp
A two-day course built from our modular single-day courses "Intro-to Outdoor Rock” and “Outdoor Rock- Beyond the Basics” course, for comprehensive instruction on how to rock climb in outdoor venues with a group.
GYM TO CRAG CAMP
Gym-To-Crag Camp
A two-day course built from our modular single-day courses "Intro-to Sport Climbing” and “Intro to Rock Rescue Course” ,for climbers who wish go out on their own and start climbing into more challenging grades and learn to lead.
ROCK RESCUE
Rock Rescue
A single day, or two-day, course built from our modular single-day courses “Intro to Rock Rescue” and “Multi-Pitch Rescue”, focusing on what every climber should know before leaving the ground.
MULTI-PITCH
MULTI-PITCH Sequencing
A two-day course built from our modular single-day courses "Multi-pitch Climbing and Efficiency” covers anchor-station-management, rope-management, re-racking, belay- transitions, and multipitch-repelling. A second day of “Multi-Pitch Rescue” is also a powerful combination to prepare you to become a competent partner. Another potential option is to book a day of guided MULTI-PITCH ROCK CLIMBING, applying skills learned during the previous day.
All programs are subject to The Mountain Bureau Terms & Conditions
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