Climbing
Park City provides a unique climbing experience for beginners and advanced alike. Rock climbers can warm up on Park City Mountain Resort's huge climbing wall. Five available routes will challenge climbers of all skill levels. For the experienced climber, Little Cottonwood Canyon is a must for rock or ice climbing. Located just under an hour from Park City, the canyon's sheer granite walls and 20 plus buttrusses will get your adreneline pumping.
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White Pine Touring
Located in scenic Park City, Utah, White Pine Touring is a retailer and guiding service for mountain biking, hiking, climbing, backcountry skiing and
(435) 649-8710
If you are looking for abundant climbing opportunities, Park City and neighboring Salt Lake City will provide challenges for all skill levels. Local rock gyms offer 2 to 3 day youth camps throughout the summer, ever changing rock climbing walls, guides and instruction to hone your skills.
Once you're ready to head out into the mountains, Little Cottonwood Canyon, home to Snowbird and Alta Mountain Resorts, is a climber's paradise. Though you need to be aware of private property which restricts access to routes on the south side of the Canyon, the north side's numerous peaks and buttresses more than make up for any inconvenience. Routes traverse the canyon's beautiful quartz monzonite walls, a rock similar to granite. Generally, estabished routes are 2 to 4 pitches long with difficulty ranging from 5.7 to 5.13.
With its varied challenges, many routes and spectacular summer scenery, Little Cottonwood Canyon will provide you with a climbing experience you'll never forget.
Park City, UT Weather
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Other pages you might find helpful:
Access Fund
Find out how you can help keep climbing locals open to the public.
Traditional Mountaineering
Learn the ins and outs of trad climbing in the Park City area.
