Do I need prior climbing experience to join this camp?

Yes, some trad climbing experience is recommended as the camp focuses on enhancing skills on real rock.

What is included in the camp package?

The package includes personalized instruction, guided climbs, and safety equipment guidance; however, personal climbing gear is required.

Can I rent climbing gear locally?

Limited gear rentals may be available nearby, but bringing your own trad rack ensures you have what you need.

What accommodation options are nearby?

Most climbers stay in Twin Falls or camp locally; several campgrounds and guesthouses are accessible near City of Rocks.

Is the camp suitable for children or beginners?

This camp is designed for climbers with some trad experience due to technical demands and safety considerations.

Are guides certified and insured?

Yes, The Backcountry Pros LLC employs certified, experienced climbing guides ensuring safe and professional instruction.

City of Rocks Trad Climbing Camp in Almo, Idaho | Climbing | Workshop

Experience an unparalleled trad climbing adventure at the City of Rocks in Almo, Idaho, a world-renowned climbing destination favored by enthusiasts for its stunning granite formations and diverse routes. Hosted by The Backcountry Pros LLC, this private trad climbing camp offers personalized instruction and guided climbs suitable for intermediate to advanced climbers looking to expand their crack climbing and anchor-building skills. The granite domes provide a unique playground where climbers can challenge their technical abilities while soaking in breathtaking views of the high desert landscape. Beyond the climbing itself, the camp nurtures a supportive community atmosphere, with opportunities to refine gear placements, improve lead climbing techniques, and gain confidence on multi-pitch routes. Besides climbing, the area offers scenic hiking trails, tranquil evenings with star-filled skies, and chances to spot local wildlife. Whether you're aiming to conquer new grades or just enjoy a focused outdoor experience, City of Rocks Trad Climbing Camp blends adrenaline with education and natural beauty to create a memorable adventure.

About The Backcountry Pros LLC

The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic.

Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue.

Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.