Rock Climbing Near Salt Lake City
Top three reasons to go rock climbing near Salt Lake City
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Cottonwood Canyons hold a high spot in climbers minds year-round
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Crags are close together with a variety of grades at each
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Escape the crowds with close crags and a variety of grades
If you’re looking for a good introduction to climbing, Salt Lake City in Northern Utah is a great spot to start! This outdoor destination holds a high spot in climbers’ minds year-round. The Wasatch Mountain Range features sites such as Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons offering plenty of single-pitch crags ideal for sport climbing and skills development. Routes here also range from 5.5-5.11 on quite slick but bomber quartzite, granite or limestone. This area is also top accessible, making set-ups a breeze for more time on the rock. Escape the city crowds and enter the world of unique climbing near Salt Lake City! Find out more about one of the best rock climbing destinations in Utah from Cody Bradford, an AMGA Certified Rock Guide and 57hours Ambassador.
SeasonApril to November |
Nearest citySalt Lake City is 30 minutes away from Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons |
Duration1 day |
Skill levelBeginner to advanced |