Kids Rock Climbing — Red Rock Las Vegas, Nevada
Overview
Kids Rock Climbing in Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas
Kids Rock is a half-day or full-day guided rock climbing class for kids ages 5–12 in Red Rock Canyon, 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. Everyone learns a few simple knots, how to belay a climber, and techniques for moving on rock. The emphasis is on safety, climbing, and fun.
We use specific class locations for young kids (ages 5–9) and families, chosen for short approaches, flat base areas, and a wide range of grades so every child finds routes that fit. A parent or guardian must attend or participate.
What Kids Learn on the Rock
- Simple climbing knots and how to tie in
- How to belay a climber
- Climbing movement and footwork on real sandstone
- Climbing commands, safety checks, and crag awareness
- Confidence, teamwork, and a lot of fun outside
Half-Day or Full-Day Kids Climbing
- Half day (4 hours): the best introduction for younger climbers and first-timers, with shorter climbing sessions and plenty of breaks
- Full day (8 hours): more routes, more variety, and skill-building through repetition for kids who want maximum time on the rock
Next Step: Intermediate Kids Rock
After a first Kids Rock class, your young climber can come back for another basic class or move up to our Intermediate class, the logical next step for middle-school-aged and older kids who want to learn more about climbing safely. Intermediate is the prerequisite for longer multi-pitch routes in Red Rock and elsewhere.
Why Kids Climb with The Mountain Guides
- AMGA-trained and certified professional guides with nearly 40 years of instruction experience
- Kid-friendly venues with short approaches and flat base areas
- All climbing gear provided at no extra cost: helmets, harnesses, shoes, and ropes
- Also offered at our Jackson Hole, Moab, and Whitefish locations
Kids Rock is a private class, so dates are arranged around your family. Use the inquiry form to request a date, and see the Pricing tab below for half-day and full-day rates.
Our Kids Rock class is a half day or full day of top-roping and climbing for kids 5-12, Everyone learns a few simple knots, how to belay a climber, and techniques for moving on rock. The emphasis is on safety, climbing and fun. This class requires a parent/guardian attending or participating.
Intermediate class is the prerequisite for climbing longer multi-pitch routes in Red Rock and elsewhere. This is the logical next step for middle school aged kids and older children who want to learn more about how to safely rock climb.
This class requires a parent/guardian attending or participating.
Half Day (4 Hours) | ||
|---|---|---|
# Climbers | $ Per Person | $ Total |
1 | $315 | $315 |
2 | $195 | $390 |
3 | $165 | $495 |
4 | $155 | $620 |
5 | $143 | $715 |
6 | $135 | $810 |
Full Day (8 Hours) | ||
|---|---|---|
# Climbers | $ Per Person | $ Total |
1 | $425 | $425 |
2 | $265 | $530 |
3 | $215 | $645 |
4 | $195 | $780 |
5 | $175 | $875 |
6 | $165 | $990 |
Private trips cannot be booked directly online based on scheduling, please click here to inquire about specific dates for a private trip. Please read through our policies by visiting this page.
While Red Rock is located in a desert, depending on the season, we see big variations in temperature. With this in mind it is important to be prepared for a variety of conditions, keeping in mind that in some cases we will be up to 2+ hours from the trailhead.
The Mountain Guides can provide any personal climbing gear (helmet, harness, climbing shoes, belay devices, PAS, etc.) at no additional cost, though if you have your own, you are encouraged to bring it (especially climbing shoes). We will supply all ropes & protection (cams, quickdraws, slings, etc.).
Please contact our office for any gear questions.
Upper Layers
- Synthetic T-shirt or
- Sun Hoody
- Lightweight Wind Shell
- Fleece or lightweight down sweater
- One extra higher weight upper layer or another jacket if November - mid March
Bottom Layers
- Synthetic Climbing Pant
- Long John’s optional December & January
Footwear
- Sticky Rubber Approach Shoes (highly recommended as most approaches involve a lot of slick rock), running shoes or hiking shoes
- Technical Rock Climbing Shoes (comfortable fit for long routes)
- Socks: 1 pair
Backpack
- 15-30 liter capacity
Accessories
- Sun Hat
- Water: 2-3 liters
- Food: Energy bars, fruit, sandwiches, trail mix.
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen / Lip balm
- Bandana
- Headlamp (for long routes)
Considerations
- Warm Weather (April - October): The sun is itense and hydration is vital! Stary hydrating the night before. Consider freezing your water bottles or putting ice in them. Light colored and loose fitting clothes will help keep you cool.
- Cold Weather (November - March): Bring gloves and a warm hat that will fit under your helmet. Bring extra layers like long underwear and a heavier winter jacket to keep warm when the sun ducks behind clouds of dips below the canyon walls.
See more about gear, including recommendations and discounts from our gear partner Black Diamond here.
We typically meet at the Vista Commons shopping plaza in Summerlin, about 25 minutes drive from the Las Vegas Strip. There is a coffee shop, grocery store, gas station, restaurants, and more available at the plaza.
A wide range of lodging options can be found from the hustle and bustle of The Strip, on the edge of town closer to Red Rock in Summerlin, or even camping in the desert 10 minutes outside of town at the Red Rock Canyon Campground. We're happy to send lodging recommendations.
Harry Reid International Airport is about 20 minutes away and provides quick access to Red Rock.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please call our Red Rock office at 702-659-9255 or email redrock@themountainguides.com.