Idaho

Rock Climbing at City of Rocks National Reserve

City of Rocks National Reserve in southern Idaho is one of America’s premier granite climbing destinations, with over 750 routes across weathered spires, knobs, and walls of some of the oldest exposed rock in North America. The climbing ranges from beginner-friendly single-pitch top-rope routes to committing multi-pitch trad lines on dramatic formations like Castle Rock, Elephant Rock, and the Lost Arrow Spire. The Mountain Guides offer private guided climbing trips at City of Rocks for all experience levels — no prior climbing experience required. All technical gear is provided by our AMGA-accredited guides.

Our City of Rocks Programs

Single-Day Climbing: A full day of guided climbing customized to your group’s goals and experience level. Your guide will select the best crags and routes based on conditions, ability, and what you want to learn. Perfect for families, first-timers, and experienced climbers exploring City of Rocks for the first time.

All-Inclusive Climbing Camp: A multi-day immersion in City of Rocks — camp among the spires and climb dawn to dusk with your guide. This format maximizes your climbing time and lets you experience the magic of CIRO at its best: quiet mornings, golden-hour evening sessions, and star-filled nights at camp.

Women’s Climbing Weekend: A two-day clinic for women and non-binary climbers, led by experienced female guides. Learn outdoor climbing skills, refine technique, and climb with a supportive group on City of Rocks’ legendary granite.

Getting to City of Rocks

City of Rocks National Reserve is located near the small town of Almo in southern Idaho, roughly 3.5 hours from both Boise and Salt Lake City. The climbing season runs April through October, with spring and fall offering the most comfortable temperatures. TMG guides travel to City of Rocks from our Jackson Hole headquarters — contact us at (800) 239-7642 to plan your trip.