Utah
Looking for the best rock climbing in Utah? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Utah. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Rock Climbing Spots in and near Utah
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Millard County, Utah
Bouldering at Ibex
1.0Climbing at Ibex is a unique experience and is located in, quite literally, the middle of nowhere. The easiest way to get there is to take Highway 50 in Eastern Utah. If you're heading west, you'll take a left turn around mile marker 38 or 39. If you're heading east, you'll take a right turn. At ...Read more -
Fountain Green, Utah
Climb at Maple Canyon
Regardless on whether you're northbound / southbound, jump on I-15 and take exit 225 in Nephi. Head east. Continue on this road (100 N) for 14 miles. Then, turn right on 400 S and after a 1/2 mile turn left onto West Side Road. This road will take you along a bunch of farmlands. After about 6 mil...Read more -
Provo, Utah
Rock Climb in Rock Canyon
4.5Rock 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...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Canyoneering Lambs Knoll
5.01 mi / 200 ft gainLocated just outside of Zion National Park's boundaries, Lamb's Knoll is a popular destination among adventure seekers. This area is unique as it offers routes for both climbing and canyoneering. Perfect for beginners, the canyoneering routes at Lamb's Knoll are half day routes that takes you thr...Read more -
Lake Powell, Utah
Blarney Slot Canyons
Who doesn’t enjoy a little slot canyon fun?!…Not far from Hanksville, Utah is this 1-mile round trip hike to one of Utah’s less visited slot canyons. Although Blarney Canyon is generally known for its canyoneering route, you can follow either the West or East Fork wash to get to the slots. You’ll...Read more -
Boulder, Utah
Camp at Deer Creek Campground
5.0Deer Creek campground is off of the Burr Scenic drive and right outside of the lower part of Capitol Reef National Park. This campground is perfect if you are driving from Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef. There are a total of 7 tent sites in the campground. There are no spots for RVs and no turn aro...Read more -
Garfield County, Utah
Canyoneering in Neon Canyon
13 mi / 1000 ft gainThis is an 8-12 hour technical adventure that is usually done as an overnight backpack. Consider hiring a local guide service such as Excursions of Escalante or Escalante Outfitters! We did this as a self-guided excursion. A group is recommended because you may experience keeper potholes dependin...Read more -
Moab, Utah
Climb Wilson Arch
Wilson Arch is a common stop for people visiting the local national parks and Moab, but with some general climbing knowledge and gear you can make this into a longer outing. If coming from Moab, the arch is obvious on your left about 25 miles south. There is ample parking on both sides of the r...Read more -
Thompson, Utah
Climb Lesson in Braille, Sunshine Wall near Arches NP
This area is super quiet and uncrowded and hosts a fun mix of sport and trad climbing. This particular route is bolted, so are most immediately surrounding it. The route works across a few slabby, mildly spooky moves (slightly run out) at the beginning then cruises up a fun arete to the bolted a...Read more -
Moab, Utah
Summit Elephant Butte
1.27 mi / 492 ft gainElephant Butte sits at 5653 ft. and is the highest point in Arches National Park. It requires two rappels using a 60m rope. In addition to this, it requires some short sections of low fifth class scrambling that can be difficult on wet rock. The approach starts at Garden of Eden trailhead. ...Read more -
Kanab, Utah
Bull Valley Gorge Trail
0.89 mi / 49 ft gainBull Valley Gorge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Cannonville, Utah.Read more -
Moab, Utah
Rock Climb Dragonfly Canyon
5 mi / 400 ft gainThis 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...Read more -
Moab, Utah
Descend MMI Canyon
3 mi / 700 ft gainFor 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...Read more -
Moab, Utah
Rappel Big Horn Canyon
3.5 mi / 500 ft gainThis canyon requires an Arches Canyoneering Permit, two 60m ropes, 100 ft of webbing, and your normal canyoneering kit. To reach the parking for the canyon, drive five miles or so into Arches until you reach a bridge. Shortly after the bridge, there will be a pull-off to the left where you can ...Read more -
St. George, Utah
Rock Climb in Pioneer Park
4.0Pioneer 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...Read more -
Moab, Utah
Descend Lost and Found Canyon
4 mi / 600 ft gainFor this descent you will need two 60 meter ropes, an Arches National Park canyoneering permit, be comfortable with 4th class slick rock, and have your usual canyoneering kit. This canyon does require some basic chimneying and canyoneering climbing techniques as well. The trailhead can be reache...Read more