challenging
2 days
Participants should have good physical endurance, upper body strength, and be comfortable with sustained climbing activity over multiple hours.
Embark on a private 2-day climbing adventure in Moab, Utah, mastering desert tower and crack routes with expert guidance. Discover stunning vistas and challenging climbs in one of America's prime outdoor climbing destinations.
Starting at $550 pp | 2 Days | Climb to new heights!
Climb to the tops of famed desert towers and work on crack climbing all in the same trip.
2 days
Some of the most distinctive and absolutely breath taking climbs in the world are present in the desert canyonlands around Moab. Solitary towers stand proudly against the sky as veritable sentinels above the stark surrounding landscape, virtually daring would-be climbers to test them. It is hard to not stare and optimistically wonder what could be possible. Most summits do not come easily though; the walls are steep, cracks are sustained and physical climbing is consequently the norm. Yet to a climber with a strong foundation of skills, few places are as rewarding to climb. We offer guided climbing trips up the several moderate tower trade-routes around Castle Valley and Fisher Towers as well as climbing closer to Moab on some of the best crack climbing crags to be found just about anywhere.
Desert tower climbing certainly requires some effort; routes are steep, often exposed and physically demanding but the climbing is unlike anything else! From the Kor-Ingalls and North Chimney routes on Castleton Tower to the numerous road-side cracks of Potash, fantastic options are just a stones through from Moab and in easy striking distance!
Carry plenty of water and drink regularly to avoid dehydration in Moab's arid climate.
Familiarize yourself with jams and hand stacks before tackling crack routes to enhance safety and efficiency.
Bring sunscreen, hats, and UV-protective clothing to shield yourself from intense desert sun exposure.
Moab can have rapid temperature shifts; layering clothes ensures comfort throughout the day.
The Moab area holds significant Native American history with ancient petroglyphs and ancestral Puebloan sites nearby.
Climbers are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace to protect the delicate desert ecosystem and maintain the area’s natural beauty.
Provides grip and precision essential for crack and tower climbing.
Protects your head from rockfall and bumps on technical routes.
Protects skin from strong desert UV rays during spring climbs.
spring specific
Allows for temperature regulation in the changing fall desert climate.
fall specific