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    Looking for the best rock climbing in United States? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around United States. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top Rock Climbing Spots in and near United States

    • Marble Canyon, Arizona

      Cathedral Wash Trail

      4.8
      3.28 mi / 597 ft gain
      Cathedral Wash Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Marble Canyon, Arizona.
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    • Hart's Location, New Hampshire

      Rappelling at Ripley Falls

      1.5 mi / 0 ft gain
      This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to rappel down a 100+ waterfall surrounded by beautiful scenes in the midst of the White Mountains. This adventure is organized and facilitated by Northeast Mountaineering who provide gear, guidance, and safety instruction.  You will begin your day at the Bu...
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    • St. George, Utah

      Rock Climb in Pioneer Park

      4.5
      Pioneer Park in St. George, Utah offers a few great rock climbing routes, as well as some bouldering problems.  Park in the dirt parking lot then walk straight ahead into the little slot canyons. The marked location will take you to the most popular rock climbing destination in the park with 6 to...
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    • Batesville, Arkansas

      Climb at Jamestown Crag

      5.0
      Jamestown Crag is just a few minutes south of Batesville and is one of the largest, most exposed areas of Atoka sandstone in Northeast Arkansas. There are 70+ well bolted sport routes ranging in difficulty from 5.5 to 5.13. The crag offers many top rope and lead routes, the tallest of which being...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Descend MMI Canyon

      3 mi / 700 ft gain
      For this descent you will need to be comfortable with 4th class slick rock, have two 60m ropes, and an Arches National Park canyoneering permit along with your usual canyon kit. MMI Canyon can be accessed with 4WD/AWD as long as it has not rained.  The pin on the map will take you to this locati...
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    • Spicewood, Texas

      Climb at Pace Bend Park

      The "must have" campsite is along Marshall Cove in Pace Bend Park. From the park's entrance head straight along the road and take the 3rd left onto the Marshall Cove turnout. The sites are not numbered, but locating the site is pretty easy--it's on the left-hand side of the the road along the edg...
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    • Compton, Arkansas

      Centerpoint to Goat Trail

      5.0
      5.82 mi / 1001 ft gain
      Centerpoint to Goat Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Ponca, Arkansas.
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    • Provo, Utah

      Rock Climb in Rock Canyon

      4.5
      Rock Canyon, unsurprisingly, has a ton of great, local rock climbing routes for those in the Provo area.  The marked location is for the parking lot. Once you're parked, head into the canyon. You will start to see bolts and anchors—and, depending on when you go, climbers—a few minutes in. There a...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Rock Climb Dragonfly Canyon

      5 mi / 400 ft gain
      This canyon is a bit more advanced as it requires a mandatory swim and most likely a section of wet pot holes to surmount which, if dry, can also pose their own challenge. You will need standard canyoneering gear as well as two 60m ropes for the last rappel. Start by parking on a small pullout on...
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    • Mineral Wells, Texas

      Rock Climb at Lake Mineral Wells State Park

      Lake Mineral Wells State Park is located about an hour West of the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. Highway driving gets you all the way to the park's entrance just minutes before entering the town of Mineral Wells. Entrance Fee and Climber Registration is required at the guard shack. Climbing topo...
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    • Goreville, Illinois

      Hike or Rock Climb the Rebman Trail

      0.5 mi / 27 ft gain
      The Big Rocky Hollow Trail isn't the only trail that starts at the parking area. Cross the stepping stones over the creek to find a place where the trail forks in three. Look for the sign for the Rebman Trail at the right-most fork. This short walk leads to a small canyon punctuated by a pair of ...
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    • Colorado Springs, Colorado

      Hike, Climb, or Bike Red Rock Open Space

      2.0
      3 mi / 300 ft gain
      Red Rock Canyon Open Space was made public in the early 00's after years of use as a quarry and landfill. Some of the stone quarried from the area have even been used in some of the downtown buildings. Getting there is straightforward, heading West on 24 there is an obvious turn off left between ...
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    • Keystone, South Dakota

      Rock Climb at 1880 Wall

      0.1 mi / 150 ft gain
      There are 2 walls named the 1880 Wall, one is the East Wall and the other is the West Wall. To get there you will need to follow Old Hill City Road, either from Hill City or from Keystone. If coming from Keystone it is about 3.8 miles heading west. There is a pullout right off the road and next t...
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    • El Paso, Texas

      Hike the Hueco Tanks Nature Trail

      1.5 mi
      The nature trail is an easy trail to walk and gives you very good views of the rock formations. To see the pictographs you will have to hike up the North Mountains to get the best views. The West and East Mountains are only accessible by guided tours. During the summer and fall when there is wate...
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    • Ausable Chasm, New York

      Ausable Chasm

      1.84 mi / 210 ft gain
      Ausable Canyon is known as The Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, this park offers a variety of adventure!! Enjoy the beauty and geologic history as a day trip or spend a few days. Ausable Chasm offers a variety of accommodations including camping, cabins or a motel. The recreation center at the...
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    • Summersville, West Virginia

      Summersville Lake via Orange Oswald

      2.56 mi / 262 ft gain
      Summersville Lake via Orange Oswald is an out-and-back trail near Summersville, West Virginia. Along the route you'll be following closely to the Gauley River and will get views of the both the river and Summersville Lake. This is a good trail if you're looking to stretch your legs and get a quic...
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