Join us for a customized day of guided rock climbing at Mt. Erie, Index, Exit 38, Exit 32, Vantage, or other classic Washington climbing areas near Seattle. Come on your own or with friends and spend the day climbing as many pitches as possible, exploring classic routes, or focusing on specific rock climbing skills and techniques.

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

3:1 $250 per person

4:1 $200 per person

This two-day course covers a wide range of very repeatable techniques to help deal with the most common problems in climbing. This course includes linked hauling, improvising a rappel device, improvising a belay device, tandem rappels, counterbalance rappels, improvised ascension and more.

2-day Course

1:1 $1300

2:1 $750 per person

3:1 $500 per person

4:1 $400 per person

Smith Rock State Park, widely considered the birthplace of American sport climbing, offers thousands of routes on its famously featured volcanic rock. With everything from moderate single-pitch climbs to classic multi-pitch routes, Smith Rock’s huecos, pockets, edges, and nubbins create some of the most fun and unique rock climbing in the Pacific Northwest. Guided Smith Rock climbing trips and instruction are available with a 2-day minimum.

Pricing

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

This two day covers everything you need to know about multi-pitch climbing. It will review traditional protection placements and anchor construction while also covering rope management with one and two people in a multi-pitch setting as well as belay techniques to belay a leader, follower tips for making consecutive rappels and a handful of tips and tricks to get you out of the problematic situation.

2-day Course

1:1 $1300

2:1 $750 per person

3:1 $500 per person

4:1 $400 per person

Only recently established in the Spring of 2023 this modern route has everything it takes to become one of the most classic routes in the Snoqualmie Pass Region. Seven Pitches of consistently fun edging with 5 of those pitches climbed right on the prow of the hanging Arete.

Cost (1-day)

1:1 $650 per per­son

2:1  $375 per per­son

The Tooth Ferry (7p 5.9) on the West Face of the Tooth is another Seattle Area Alpine Rock climb that is easily completed in a day. This route climbs 7 superb pitches, and the nature of the climbing makes it perfect for people looking to challenge themselves at the grade.

Cost (1-day)

1:1 $650 per per­son

2:1  $375 per per­son

This route easily visible from the Alpental parking lot is located on the East Face of Chair Peak. It has become a modern classic on one of the most iconic peaks in the Snoqualmie Pass region. With most of the route being 5.7 and under with a handful of short but fun cruxes this is an excellent alpine day trip.

Cost (1-day)

1:1 $650 per per­son

2:1  $375 per per­son

Morning Star Peaks Mile High Club is one of a number of Seattle Area alpine rock climbs that can easily be done in a day. This 7-pitch route is spectacular and while it isn’t necessarily soft for the grade its straightforward style and short crux mean it’s a great option for people to push their grade. For the stronger folks, the route Beyond Redlining (11p 5.10c) which is on the same formation is also an option.

1-Day

1:1 $650 per per­son

2:1  $375 per per­son

This new wave multi-pitch sport route soaring all the way to the top of the Nevermind wall at Exit 38 has the feel of a climb in the Dolomites. The consistently steep and engaging climb is a must-do for Seattle area locals who are up to the grade.

Cost

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

Vesper Peak is another gem of a mountain located along the mountain loop highway with 3 routes ranging between 5-6 pitches and 5.7-5.10a in difficulty. These routes are easily climbed in a day from Seattle and with a little bit of luck and a decent amount of fitness it can link multiple routes up on this face in a single day.

Ragged Edge 6p 5.7

North Face 10p 5.7

True Grit 6p 5.8

Fish and Whistle 5p 5.10a

Cost (1-day)

1:1 $650 per per­son

2:1  $375 per per­son

Want to learn about placing nuts and cams, creating anchors, rope management, and efficient rappeling in a multi-pitch environment then this is the course for you.

2-day Course

1:1 $1300

2:1 $750 per person

3:1 $500 per person

4:1 $400 per person

Vantage Washington, or more specifically Frenchman’s Coulee, located just outside of Gorge WA (exit 142 on I-90) is a little more than two hours from downtown Seattle, and offers excellent sunny, warm climbing in the spring and fall when everything else might be wet.

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

3:1 $250 per person

4:1 $200 per person

Another spectacular alpine route that is easily accessible in a day from Seattle. This 5-pitch route on the North face of Vesper Peak offers fun climbing, ultra-solid rock, with spectacular views.

Cost (1-day)

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

Poppy Perril climbing Otter Falls, a fun moderate rock climb With enjoyable climbing in a spectacular setting climbing within reach of the falls for the entire climb. This is just another one of the great options for climbing less than an hour from Seattle.

1:1 $650

2:1 $375

Want to take the family out climbing? We can take up to 10 climbers for a whole (8 hrs) or a half day (4 hrs) of climbing with a focus on fun. If we have more than 5 people, we will provide two guides.

Price

1-5 people $650 (total) 8hrs / $475 (total) 5hrs

6-10 people 700 (total) 8 hrs / $525 total 5hrs

Unquestionably among the most classic alpine rock climbs in this state. This 4 pitch route is consistently fun with excellent exposure while offering fantastic views to the south of Mt. Rainier. This route is easily done in a day from Seattle and w can leave late or early to accommodate people’s schedules to help squeeze it in during people’s otherwise busy schedules.

Cost

1:1 $650 per person

2:1  $375 per person

Index is easily the state’s best crag, and while its reputation for stiff grades and stout climbs is well deserved, there are still dozens of moderates that are every bit as good as their more challenging neighbors.

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

With dozens of fabulous mulit-pitch routes to choose from all overlooking the San Juan Islands, the straits of Juan de Fuca, and the Pacific Ocean. At only an hour-and-a-half from Seattle Mt. Erie is easily accessible for quick day trips for those looking to work on skills or simply get some pitches in in a beautiful setting.

1:1 $600

2:1 $375 per person

Regardless of your experience or ability level, this course has something for you. From fingers to off-fingers, to tight-hands, to hands, to cupped hands, to fists, to off-width, to chimneys, this course covers it all. Typically held at Index or Vantage, this course venue can be adjusted to best meet the needs of the students and the weather.

2-day Course

1:1 $1300

2:1 $750 per person

3:1 $500 per person

4:1 $400 per person

This comprehensive 2-day Gym to Crag course helps indoor climbers build the skills needed to transition confidently to outdoor sport climbing. The course covers outdoor lead climbing, lead belaying, setting up and cleaning anchors, route management, and other essential skills for climbing safely and efficiently at the crag.

2-day Course

1:1 $1300

2:1 $750 per person

3:1 $500 per person

4:1 $400 per person

Less than an hour from Seattle, Exit 32 and Exit 38 offer more than 500 rock climbing routes across a wide range of difficulty levels. These popular North Bend climbing areas are perfect for guided rock climbing, climbing instruction, and developing outdoor climbing skills close to Seattle. Available as a full day (8 hours) or half day (4–5 hours).

1:1 $650 (8hrs) / $350 (5hrs)

2:1 $375 (8hrs) / $200 (5hrs) per person

3:1 $200 (8hrs) / $125 (5hrs) per person

4:1 $175 (8hrs) / $100 (5hrs) per person

Escape the wet Pacific Northwest and experience guided rock climbing in Red Rock Canyon, Nevada, home to thousands of incredible routes and multi-pitch climbs up to 2,000 feet long. Through our partner guide programs, Washington Alpine Guides offers Red Rock climbing trips—an ideal spring and fall climbing getaway from Seattle.

3-day minimum.

Pricing

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

Similar to Red Rock and Moab, Washington Alpine Guides partners with select local guide services to offer guided climbing trips in Joshua Tree National Park. Home to more than 4,000 routes, “J-Tree” offers incredible traditional, crack, and multi-pitch climbing in a spectacular desert setting, making it the perfect early spring and late fall climbing getaway for Seattle and Pacific Northwest climbers.

3-day minimum.

Pricing

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person

Climbing the iconic desert towers around Moab, Utah, including Castleton Tower’s Kor-Ingalls (III 5.9) and Ancient Art’s Stolen Chimney (III 5.9), offers some of the most memorable multi-pitch climbing in the Southwest. While areas like Wall Street and Ice Cream Parlor offer excellent moderate rock climbing, our guided Moab desert tower trips are best suited to climbers who are already comfortable following 5.9. These spectacular sandstone towers combine adventurous climbing, incredible summits, and some of the most unique multi-pitch routes in the country.

4-day minimum

1:1 $650

2:1 $375 per person