Arrive at your campsite in the Needles Outpost by 2 pm, check in, and get settled. Take the chance to meet the group and get an overview of the retreat, setting the goals and intentions for the climbs. Afterward, shake off the pains of travel with a Thai massage! Enjoy your dinner on your own or as a group, and hit the sack early—you’ll need to be well-rested for the climbs to come!
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Join your AMGA-certified rock guide for a three-day crack climbing and wellness retreat in the stunning Indian Creek. Learn the fundamentals of crack climbing, hone your technical climbing skills, and take on new challenges in the company of like-minded women. Spend your time off the rocks in the cozy Needles Outpost, and enjoy a Thai massage, yoga, delicious food, and conversations with a life coach!
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After breakfast, participate in a warm-up and some morning meditation. Today’s your first full day of climbing, and you’ll mostly be working on your crack climbing technique with your guide. Wrap up your time on the rocks with a debrief and a discussion of your crack climbing goals and intentions. Conclude the day with some sunset yoga and a delicious dinner on your own or with your group.
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Kick off your final day with breakfast, a warm-up, and some meditation. Time for some more crack work—fingers, hands, fists, off sizes, and more! Finish your tour up with a closing circle debrief and processing.
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You can add an additional guided tower day to your booking 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
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- 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
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- 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
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Included:
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- 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
- A complimentary Thai massage
- Expert advice from life coach Marta Czajkowska
Add-ons (available to add at checkout):
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- Optional tower day
Not included:
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- Transportation
- Food, drinks, and snacks
- Shoes and climbing harness (can be rented from your guides)
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Insurance — recommended, available at checkout
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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.
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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.
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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
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- 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
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- 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
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For this camp, you’ll need:
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- 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:
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- Backpack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
- Camping gear
- 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. -
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Group sizes and prices:
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- The usual guest-to-guide ratio is 4:1, with a maximum of 8 participants per tour.
Min. age requirements:
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- 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.
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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.
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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.
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