Rappel down a mountain cliff with spectacular views!
This is an easy opportunity to access views that are unforgettable while experiencing the excitement of rappelling a rock cliff.
No Experience Required.
Cost: $149 per person
Adventure type
Rock Climbing
Try Ice climbing, learn to Rock climb, Lead & multi pitch – all in the David Thompson Corridor and Bow Valley, Alberta.
Let’s go Outdoor Rock Climbing!
Rock climbing is a great adventure sport for individuals of all ages and ability levels. Individuals navigate up a route on natural rock formations. Routes vary in steepness and difficulty, with the goal to be able to reach the end of a predetermined route. Beginners often climb what is termed as “top rope” or “sport routes” where a rope is attached on one end to the climber, coming through the top anchor and then connected to the belayer.
Climbers can progress to “lead climbing” – setting the route and building the anchor; “multi-pitch climbing” – climbing multiple pitches or sections of a route to reach the predetermined end, and “trad/traditional climbing” – where the climber uses specific equipment to climb routes that include cracks and other natural features. Outdoor rock climbing is highly accessible throughout Canada and North America and a great way to experience the outdoors.
Join us for your next outdoor rock climbing adventure!
Try Rock
Join us for an unforgettable experience of climbing a real rock cliff in the mountains.
The full day adventure allows you time to learn to climb with coaching in technical skills like footwork, balance, and fluid movement. You will also get a rare opportunity to take in views very few have experienced!
No Experience Required.
Cost: $149 per person
Banff Try Rock
Join us for an unforgettable experience of climbing a real cliff in Banff.
The full day Banff adventure allows you time to learn to climb with coaching in technical skills like footwork, balance, and fluid movement. You will also get a rare opportunity to take in views very few have experienced!
No Experience Required.
Cost: $149 per person
Lead Rock
Join us for an unforgettable experience of outdoor rock climbing while expanding your skills in lead climbing.
Your expert guide will empower you with personalised coaching as you work to expand your lead climbing skills, build your base and set yourself up for more adventures to come.
Climbing Experience Indoor (minimum indoor top rope belay certification)
COST: $215 PER PERSON
Banff Multi Pitch Rock
Climb a classic Banff multi pitch rock route!
Your guide will teach you to take rock climbing to the next level with the best multi pitch climbing techniques. You will expand your climbing skills while achieving something great – a classic route in Banff you can talk about forever!
No experience required
Cost: 1 Person $593
2 People $323 each
Multi Pitch Rock Classics
Climb a classic multi pitch rock route!
Your guide will teach you to take rock climbing to the next level with the best multi pitch climbing techniques. You will expand your climbing skills while achieving something great – a classic route in the mountains you can talk about forever!
No experience required
Cost: 1 Person $593
2 People $323 each
Rock Safe Weekends
Your safety doesn’t happen by accident.
Our highly trained guides will sharpen and expand your safety skills so that you and your climbing team can confidently manage the range of challenging scenarios you might find yourself in.
Lead Rock or Equivalent
COST: $427 PER PERSON
Rock Safe Pro Weekends
Take your multi pitch safety skills to the next level, and sharpen your ability to handle complex incidents while in a challenging environment.
Our highly trained guides will sharpen and expand your safety skills so that you and your climbing team can together manage the range of scenarios you might find yourself in while multi pitch climbing.
Rock safe or equivalent.
COST: $427 PER PERSON
Multi Pitch Pro Weekends
Smooth systems make multi pitch climbing manageable and fun! Take your team’s safety seriously by forming smooth skills that will set you up for success.
Touching on a range of safety systems and climbing skills, you will sharpen your skills and expand your experience so that you can complete multi pitch climbs with confidence.
Rock safe or equivalent.
COST: $427 PER PERSON
Spring Into Rock
Launch your rock climbing season with this value packed three in one climbing course.
Set yourself up for success this spring. We will complete three courses in four days, along with getting in a ton of climbing experience. Check the boxes on Rock Safe, Lead Rock, and Trad Leader!
Rock Leader and 10+ days of outdoor lead climbing experience
COST: $863 PER PERSON
Trad Lead Weekends
Make the jump from clipping bolts to placing gear! Take your safety seriously by forming smooth skills that will set you up to achieve success.
TThis two day course uses specific learning progression to increase your confidence and comfort. We are excited to empower you to interact with the technically demanding art of leading on traditional climbing equipment.
Rock Leader and 10+ days of outdoor lead climbing
COST: $485 PER PERSON
Frequently Asked Questions about outdoor rock climbing
How do I get into outdoor rock climbing?
Rock climbing outdoors is a great sport to get into. Often called “sport climbing”, outdoor rock climbing can be done safely all over Canada. Not sure how to get started? Here are some tips:
- Take a rock climbing course – many guiding companies offer a weekend or day-long courses to introduce individuals to the sport of outdoor rock climbing.
- Invest in climbing equipment – many outdoor sporting stores are equipped with the basic equipment needed to rock climb outdoors.
- Find a climbing partner.
What equipment is needed for outdoor rock climbing?
It is important to have the proper equipment in order to stay safe when outdoor rock climbing. Equipment required to rock climb includes: helmet, harness, rock climbing shoes, and belay device. You will also need a rope and the proper gear to build an anchor point if lead climbing.
How do I stay safe when outdoor rock climbing?
Safety is very crucial when rock climbing outdoors. Some of the hazards climbers may face include rockfall, weather changes (common in the mountains), minor personal injuries, improper use of equipment, and gear failure. That said, there are a number of things climbers could do to mitigate these risks and stay safe.
- Know the area you are climbing in and the possible risks
- Clear the area of any large rocks and similar hazards
- Check safety equipment for breaks, cracks and other signs of damage and wear
- Always wear a helmet
- Always check harness, knots, and belay device
- Bring extra gear and clothing for weather changes
- Take a rock rescue course or similar with a guide or through a local gym
Where can I go outdoor rock climbing in Canada? Alberta?
Canada is home to a range of rock climbing spots. From the west on Vancouver Island to the east in Newfoundland and Labrador, there are a number of great spots to climb all over the country.
The top 5 climbing areas in canada include:
- Squamish
- Skaha Bluffs
- Bugaboos
- Canmore
- Kananaskis
- Niagara Escarpment
Alberta is home to some great rock climbing areas:
- Banff
- Canmore
- Jasper
- Kananaskis
- And our personal favourite spot – Nordegg in David Thompson Country
Let us help you choose:
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We have a progression decision tree on our Chose Your Adventure page.
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