New Hampshire Rock Climbing
Steeped in history and tradition, the rock climbing in New Hampshire is some of the finest on the East Coast. Cathedral Ledge, Whitehorse Ledge, Cannon Cliff, Rumney… these areas are both a training and a testing ground for local and visiting climbers alike.
The greater North Conway area boasts spectacular granite and incredible terrain that is well suited for both the beginner on their first day out and the expert on their hardest route yet. We offer a fully flexible range of guided days, most determined in a one-on-one conversation about past experience and goals. We pride ourselves on our ability to custom tailor your day to truly make for an amazing experience, as well as on our climbing ability and technical knowledge.
Cathedral Mountain Guides is happy to partner with you on your dream climb, or to work with you to gain the skills required to master the region’s climbing on your own.
Guided Climbing
Have a route on your to-do list? Just need to get out and climb? A busy schedule, difficulty finding partners, and all of life’s other complications make accomplishing your climbing goals difficult. Streamline a day out with Cathedral Mountain Guides and spend more time climbing.
Intro to Rock
Spend the morning learning the basics and then spend the afternoon climbing. North Conway’s Cathedral and Whitehorse Ledges are the perfect crags, conveniently offering an outdoor classroom setting and easily accessible, excellent, beginner terrain.
Rock Leader Course
Are you ready for the sharp end? Jump start your lead climbing career with instruction that is focused on placing gear, learning to lead, basic self rescue skills, and overall proficiency and independence in the world of trad climbing.
Self-Rescue Workshop
What will you do if things go wrong? How do you lower or haul an unresponsive partner, pass a knot or pick off an injured second? Learn the skills you hope to never use and discuss how avoid ugly situations.
Top-Rope Anchor Construction
Gain the skills required to build your own top-rope setups. Learn the systems, the tools, and the tricks that will allow you to become self-sufficient in the top-rope setting.
Climb Red Rock
With reliable weather, easy access from Las Vegas, and canyons that host a lifetime of climbing, Red Rock is THE classic American destination for shoulder season climbing. Join AMGA certified Rock Guide, Grant Simmons, this fall and enjoy the incredible sandstone of Red Rock, Nevada!
