expert
4 days
Participants should be in excellent physical condition with strong endurance and flexibility due to technical climbing demands.
Challenge yourself with a unique 4-day climbing adventure in Moab, Utah. Master desert tower climbs and crack techniques with expert guides in one of America's most dramatic outdoor climbing destinations.
Starting at $1050 pp | Climb to new heights!
Climb to the tops of famed desert towers and work on crack climbing all in the same trip.
4 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!
Wearing shoes designed for crack climbing helps improve grip and protect your feet on sandstone cracks.
Carry plenty of water and drink regularly to avoid dehydration in Moab’s dry desert climate.
Inspect holds carefully—some sandstone can be fragile, so avoid loose rock for safety.
Wear a wide-brim hat and sunscreen to protect your skin during long exposures to the sun.
The Moab area has rich Native American history, with ancient petroglyphs visible near some climbing routes.
Climbers are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile desert ecosystems and preserve sandstone formations.
Essential for gripping and protecting your feet on sandstone cracks.
Protects your head from falling debris and rock during climbs.
Lightweight clothes with UPF protection help prevent sunburn during long exposures.
summer specific
Staying hydrated is crucial in dry desert conditions to maintain performance and safety.