Women’s Crack Climbing Retreat in Indian Creek

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • Experienced, local climbing guides with extensive knowledge of the area
    • Campground accommodations for two nights
    • Two full days of guided rock climbing and instruction
    • Daily informational debriefs
    • One yoga session
    • Thai massage class
    • Expert advice from life coach Marta Czajkowska

  Add-ons (available to add at checkout):

  • • Optional tower day (includes one extra night camping)

  Not included:

  • • Transportation
    • Food, drinks, and snacks
    • Personal camping gear (if needed, your guides can help supply a tent, let us know at checkout if needed)
    • Shoes and climbing harness (can be rented from your guides)
    • Guide gratuities — optional
    • Insurance — recommended, available at checkout
• How fit do I need to be?

  This crack climbing retreat is meant for women with a climbing background and excellent fitness levels. We recommend you can top rope 5.9-5.10 in the gym.

  You will be taking on strenuous climbs rated at 5.9 or above for two full days, learning the fundamentals of crack climbing. Make sure you’re healthy, in good physical shape, and ready for the climbs.

• What if I’ve never climbed before?

  This tour is meant for women with some climbing experience looking to improve their climbing skills and work on their crack climbing technique. For intermediate to advanced climbers, Indian Creek has loads of crack climbing 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.

• Can I add an additional climbing day?

  Of course! You can add it to your trip at checkout. This full-day adventure includes all necessary gear and a guided climb of either the iconic Ancient Art tower or Looking Glass Rock, depending on skill level. It’s a rare opportunity to put your newly refined climbing skills to use and stand atop a truly unforgettable summit.

  Ancient Art

  • • At Fisher Towers, the erosion of ancient seabed layers has created some of the most striking formations in the Moab area. Ancient Art rises nearly 350 feet from its base to its famous corkscrew summit, perched below massive towers that loom 900 feet above. It’s one of the most visually unique and gravity-defying summits anywhere.
    • Route: Stolen Chimney (II 5.8 A0 or 5.10), 4 pitches

  Castleton Tower

  • • Castleton Tower became world-renowned after being featured in 50 Classic Climbs (1979). Considered one of the most scenic and iconic desert towers on Earth, it stands atop a 1,000-foot talus cone and rises another 400 feet to its true summit at 6,657 feet above sea level.
    • Routes:
      • Kor-Ingalls (5.9), 4 pitches (First ascent 1961)
      • North Chimney (5.9), 3 pitches
• What about required equipment?

  For this camp, you’ll need:

  • • Helmet
    • Harness
    • Ropes
    • Climbing shoes (can be rented from your guide)
    • Chalk bag

  Your guide can provide all technical climbing gear. Contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

  Here’s a list of the private equipment we suggest you bring:

  • • Backpack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
    • Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, etc.)
    • Yoga mat
    • Water bottle
    • Food you can eat on-the-go
    • Toiletries (bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Sunscreen
    • Sunglasses
    • Camera — optional

  The Needles Outpost has a well-equipped general store with ice, snacks, drinks, and other supplies you might need on your trip.

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • The usual guest-to-guide ratio is 4:1, with a maximum of 8 participants per tour.

  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 Indian Creek, UT, most people fly into Salt Lake City International Airport 6 hours away. From there, you can rent a car and head straight there. Alternatively, you can take a local flight or shuttle to Moab and drive to Indian Creek.

  Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the Canyonlands Needles Outpost campground or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 90 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60-89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.