Spend a full day climbing Moab's famous sandstone formations with your family. This private tour focuses on skills, fun, and breathtaking views.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a basic level of fitness and the ability to hike short distances while climbing.
Wildlife
History
Moab's red rock formations have been a climbing destination since the 1960s and are part of the ancestral lands of the Ute and Navajo peoples.
Conservation
Windgate Adventures follows Leave No Trace principles to minimize impact and supports local conservation efforts to protect Moab’s delicate desert ecosystem.
Windgate Adventures
Spend a full day climbing Moab's famous sandstone formations with your family. This private tour focuses on skills, fun, and breathtaking views.
Windgate Adventures is a Moab, Utah-based outdoor adventure provider specializing in guided rappelling, canyoneering, and rock climbing experiences. Operating in iconic sandstone landscapes such as Funnel Arch, Entrajo, and Indian Creek, the company offers a range of half-day and full-day trips designed for families, beginners, and advanced climbers. Trained guides lead each trip with industry-standard safety equipment, route planning, and hands-on instruction in rope work, belaying, and anchor systems.
Trips include family-friendly half-day rappelling and canyoneering at Funnel Arch and Entrajo, full-day guided climbs at Indian Creek and advanced full-day climbing instruction, and multi-rappel canyoneering routes like the Land Before Time and Jeep Arch Loop. Several experiences incorporate swimming and wading through slot canyon pools and rappels up to 100 feet where conditions allow. Gift cards are available for flexible, customizable presents.
Windgate Adventures emphasizes safety, local route knowledge, and small group sizes to deliver personalized instruction and memorable outdoor experiences. Guides follow Leave No Trace principles and adjust itineraries for seasonal conditions and participant ability. The operator works with families and first-time participants as well as experienced climbers seeking lead-climbing and traditional crack technique practice.
As an outfitter based in Moab, Windgate Adventures provides logistical guidance, gear recommendations, and clear pre-trip communication to ensure participants arrive prepared. The combination of expert local knowledge, a diverse set of guided trips, and commitment to safety makes Windgate Adventures a reliable choice for experiencing Moab’s canyons and crags. Booking information, pricing, and seasonal availability are provided clearly on the operator's website online.
Location
Moab, Utah
Base camp for all trips
Tours Offered
11 trips
Half- and full-day options available
Trip Lengths
Half & Full Day
Short and extended adventures
Family Friendly
Multiple family trips
Suitable for beginners and kids
Reserve a date, purchase a gift card, or request a private guide for family and advanced climbing trips.
Hydrate Often
Bring plenty of water and sip regularly to avoid dehydration in the dry desert climate.
Wear Sun Protection
Apply sunscreen, wear hats, and use UV-protective clothing to shield yourself from strong sun exposure.
Comfortable Climbing Shoes
Choose well-fitted climbing shoes to maximize grip and comfort on sandstone surfaces.
Know Your Limits
Communicate openly with your guide about your skill level to ensure safety and fun throughout the climb.
Climbing Shoes
Provides grip and precision needed on sandstone surfaces.
Helmet
Protects your head from falling debris and bumps on the rock.
Sunscreen
Helps protect skin from strong UV rays during outdoor climbs.
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Lightweight Layered Clothing
Allows you to adjust to changing temperatures throughout the day.
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