The Top 10 Most Popular Problems in Gold Bar
The Best Boulder Problems in Gold Bar: Ranked The magical forests of Gold Bar are home to some of the best granite bouldering in the Pacific Northwest. Known for its steep, athletic problems and varied climbing styles, Gold Bar is a must-visit destination for PNW...
Index Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where
Index Bouldering Overview The tiny mountain town of Index, Washington needs no introduction to local PNW climbers. Known for its world-class granite and famously sandbagged routes, Index has been a proving ground for generations of crack climbers and trad enthusiasts....
Gold Bar Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where
Gold Bar Bouldering Overview The magical forests of Gold Bar offer some of the best granite bouldering in the Pacific Northwest. Known as the sister area to the iconic Index, Gold Bar is home to steep, athletic climbing with a wide range of styles, making it a...
The Best Boulder Problems in Rocktown: Ranked
The Top 10 Most Popular Problems in Rocktown, Georgia Tucked into the forests of northwest Georgia, Rocktown is a sandstone bouldering paradise in Crockford-Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Area. Known for its featured rock, gritty texture, and easy access, Rocktown offers...
The Best Boulder Problems in Horse Pens 40: Ranked
The Top 10 Most Popular Problems in HP40 Horse Pens 40 is known for its world-class sandstone, slopers, and brutally honest grades. Whether planning your first trip or revisiting old favorites, this list showcases the powerful movement and unique features that make...
Rocktown Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where
Rocktown Bouldering Overview Tucked deep in the forests of northwest Georgia, Rocktown sits atop Pigeon Mountain and stands as one of the most iconic sandstone bouldering destinations in the Southeast. With hundreds of high-quality sandstone boulders, it’s a go-to...
Horse Pens 40 Bouldering Guide: How, When and Where
HP40 Bouldering Overview Horse Pens 40 in Alabama is one of the most unique sandstone bouldering areas in the country. With over 100 problems in the V3–V5 range and nearly as many in the V6–V8 range, it’s a paradise for moderate climbers and those looking to pack in a...
Tramway, California Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where
Tramway Bouldering Overview Palm Springs, California, might be famous for its desert heat, but just a tram ride away, you'll find yourself in a world of towering conifers, ancient granite boulders, and crisp alpine climbing conditions. Welcome to Tramway bouldering,...
The Best Boulder Problems in Tramway: Ranked
The Best Boulder Problems in Tramway: Ranked Alpine bouldering in the desert?! That doesn’t seem possible, unless you are at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. For over fifty years, the tram has brought tourists back and forth from the steamy desert floor to the cool...
The Best Boulder Problems in Bishop: Ranked
The Best Boulder Problems in Bishop: Ranked Bishop bouldering is home to some of the most iconic lines in the world. With pristine granite, striking volcanic stone, and breathtaking scenery of the East side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, it’s a must-visit destination...
Meet the Author: Brendan Baars
KAYA: Tell us a bit about your personal history with climbing and how you got started. Brendan Baars: I was born, raised, and still live in Grand Rapids, Michigan—one of the few states where climbers must travel hours to climb at any crag worth mentioning. 11 years...
“Dirty Old Town” Ogden Bouldering History: By Pete Lowe
KAYA has recently launched Anthony Chertudi’s Ogden Bouldering Guidebook, which features nearly 500 quartzite boulders on the hillsides just outside the city. Enjoy learning about the history of Ogden bouldering, as written by local climber and developer, Pete Lowe:...
Meet the Author: Peter Michaux
We are so proud to have collaborated with Peter Michaux on our new KAYA Squamish Guide. Peter is the author of the original Squamish Bouldering Guide. We sat down with him to learn about the history of Squamish bouldering, his memorable experiences, and his advice for...
Joe’s Valley Heroes: Steven Jeffery
In celebration of KAYA’s launch of Steven Jeffery’s Official Joe’s Valley Guidebook, we’re highlighting the legends that have contributed to the development of Joe’s Valley bouldering. Steven Jeffery started climbing as an...
Joe’s Valley Heroes: Kyram Adsit
In celebration of KAYA’s launch of Steven Jeffery’s Official Joe’s Valley Guidebook, we’re highlighting the legends that have contributed to the development of Joe’s Valley bouldering. You may not have heard of Kyram before, but he is one of Utah’s most influential...
Joe’s Valley Heroes: Pete Lowe
In celebration of KAYA’s launch of Steven Jeffery’s Official Joe’s Valley Guidebook, we’re highlighting the legends that have contributed to the development of Joe’s Valley bouldering. Rather than participating in an interview, Pete Lowe, an attorney, father, and...
Joe’s Valley Heroes: Taylor McNeill
In celebration of KAYA’s launch of Steven Jeffery’s Official Joe’s Valley Guidebook, we’re highlighting the legends that have contributed to the development of Joe’s Valley bouldering. Taylor McNeill is from Raleigh, NC, where he started climbing in a local gym in the...
Joe’s Valley Heroes: Jason Kehl
This month, we are celebrating KAYA’s launch of Steven Jeffery’s Official Joe’s Valley Bouldering Guidebook by highlighting the legends that have contributed to the development of the Joe’s Valley bouldering area. Our first Joe’s Hero, Jason Kehl, is one of climbing’s...
Meet the Climber: Vikki Weldon
Vikki Weldon is a former member of Team Canada, a prolific all-around climber, an ER nurse, and most recently, a rock guide. In this interview, we discuss the impact the pandemic had on her both as a climber and health care worker, how she navigates the ebbs and flows...
Meet the Climber: Ethan Salvo
Ethan Salvo dreams big, tries hard, and has dedicated his life to climbing. Learn more about his new life in Squamish, B.C., how an injury has shifted his climbing mentality, and what he hopes to achieve this coming season. KAYA: Thanks so much for joining us, Ethan!...