Rock Climbing in North Conway

Things to know

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced, local rock-climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • A half or full day of rock climbing depending on your chosen itinerary
    • All technical climbing gear

  What’s not included:

  • • Transportation
    • Accommodations
    • Food and snacks
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level.

  Intermediate tours require prior experience climbing single or multi-pitch routes in a gym. Experience with climbing outside is a big plus but not required.

  Advanced tours require previous experience, some comfort with sport climbing, trad climbing, rappelling and cleaning gear.

• What if I’ve never climbed before?

  North Conway has plenty of options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun!

  For intermediate to advanced climbers, North Conway has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best hidden gems the area has to offer.

• What about required equipment?

  All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:

  • • Helmet
    • Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag
    • Climbing shoes
    • Ropes
    • Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.)
    • Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring:
    • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
    • Rock shoes (can be rented, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them)
    • Water bottle
    • Food you can eat on-the-go
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Sunglasses
    • Camera — optional

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For Intro to Rock Climbing tours, the usual client to guide ratio is 6:1 and cost is per person.
    • For the Intermediate and Advanced Rock Climbing tours, the usual client to guide ratio is 3:1 and cost is per person.
    • Costs per person decrease as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family.

  Climbing days can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to North Conway, most people fly into Portland International Airport in Maine or Concord Municipal Airport in New Hampshire. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service. North Conway is only about an hour and a half away and all the climbing sites are located in Echo Lake State Park, less than 10 minutes away from the city center.

  Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet. The exact climbing spot will be discussed after the booking as guides make that decision after considering the skill level of the group and factors such as crag traffic and weather.

• Climbing venues

  Every venue is condition-dependent. Your guide will pick the best suitable place according to your skills, experience and goals.

  Some of the classic climbing venues around New Hampshire include:

  • • Cathedral Ledge
    • Whitehorse Ledge
    • Humprey’s Ledge
    • Franconia Notch
    • Mt. Willard
    • Crawford Notch
    • Rumney
    • Zealand Valley
    • Mt. Oscar
    • Sugarloaf
• Safety measures in North Conway

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.

  Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on safety measures in North Conway, New Hampshire, please refer to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services website.

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• Covid measures in North Conway

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in North Conway, New Hampshire, please refer to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services website.

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• Cancellation policy

  Day Trips Cancellations
  Fully refundable within the initial 48 hours from booking, unless the trip date is less than 7 days from the time of the booking.
  Cancellations up to 7 days prior to the trip date are refundable 100%.
  Cancellations within 7 days prior to the trip date are non-refundable.