Rock Climbing / Abseiling : United States of America

There are many great places for rock climbing in the United States (and Canada!)  and locations depend on factors such as the level of experience of the climbers and the type of rock or climbing style preferred. Here are some popular destinations:

1. Yosemite National Park, California - famous for its granite walls, Yosemite offers some of the most iconic climbs in North America.

2. Red River Gorge, Kentucky - a popular destination for sport climbers, with steep and challenging routes.

3. Smith Rock State Park, Oregon - known for its challenging and technical climbing on volcanic tuff, Smith Rock attracts climbers from around the world.

4. Joshua Tree National Park, California - featuring unique rock formations and challenging crack climbs, Joshua Tree is a classic destination for trad climbers.

5. Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada - with towering peaks and glacier-fed lakes, Banff offers some of the most spectacular alpine climbing in North America.

6. Squamish, British Columbia, Canada - a world-renowned destination for granite climbing, with a variety of routes for all levels of experience.

7. Zion National Park, Utah - known for its big wall climbs and stunning sandstone formations, Zion offers a unique climbing experience.

8. City of Rocks, Idaho - a popular destination for traditional climbers, with a variety of granite spires and cracks.

9. Rumney, New Hampshire - a premier sport climbing destination on the East Coast, with steep and challenging routes on schist rock.

10. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado - a remote and rugged destination for trad climbers, with challenging multi-pitch routes on steep granite walls.

*This is just a general guide and it is essential to do your own research before beginning your activities or training.

If you are an expert in your sport and/or would like to become a contributor for Work the Wilds, please drop us an email at info@workthewilds.com or Contact Us