THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Challenge yourself with the unique climbing route on The Rectory Tower in Moab, Utah. Experience a thrilling 2-pitch ascent followed by a fun local treat at the Ice Cream Parlor.
Challenge yourself with the unique climbing route on The Rectory Tower in Moab, Utah. Experience a thrilling 2-pitch ascent followed by a fun local treat at the Ice Cream Parlor.
Book with Windgate Adventures
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Windgate Adventures · Moab, Utah
The Rectory Tower offers a thrilling and unique climbing experience located just outside Moab, Utah. This semi-detached sandstone tower features the exciting 2-pitch route called Hallow Souls (5.9+), known for its challenging moves and wild climbing positions inside a stunning chimney system. The vertical adventure demands technique and strength, rewarding climbers with incredible exposure and dramatic views. After conquering the tower, climbers can treat themselves to a visit to the local Ice Cream Parlor, making for a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation in one day. Windgate Adventures guides the climb, ensuring safety and providing expert tips for tackling the route’s key sections. This experience is ideal for climbers seeking a mix of technical challenge and scenic beauty, all within the greater Moab area, which is also famous for its vast desert landscape and numerous outdoor activities. Whether you're an advanced climber or looking to push your limits, The Rectory Tower climb delivers excitement, skill testing, and memorable moments.
challenging.
4–6 hours.
Good physical fitness required; climbers should be comfortable with trad climbing and multi-pitch techniques.
Yes, due to the technical nature and multi-pitch setup, climbers should be proficient with trad gear and lead climbing.
Early morning is ideal to avoid the heat and maximize daylight for the multi-pitch ascent.
Windgate Adventures offers guided climbs but prior climbing experience is recommended for safety on this route.
The Rectory Tower is a short drive west of Moab with a brief hike to the tower base; detailed directions are provided by guides.
Many climbers relax by visiting the nearby Ice Cream Parlor for a refreshing treat to celebrate their ascent.
Reception can be unreliable; it’s best to be prepared and not rely on phones during the climb.
The sandstone towers of the Moab region have long been sacred to Native American tribes and offer historic climbing routes iconic in Utah's climbing history.
Climbers are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile desert rock formations and desert ecosystems.
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.
Book with Windgate Adventures