New River Gorge Bouldering: How, When, Where

New River Gorge Bouldering Overview  Located Just a three-hour drive from Pittsburgh and Richmond, and within 5 hours of the DMV, The New River Gorge region is arguably the best climbing area in the mid-atlantic. Designated in 2021 as a National Park, the NRG is worth...

Gym to Crag: Skin Maintenance 101

A complete guide to outdoor climbing skin maintenance Whether you’re transitioning from the comfort of climbing gym plastic to the unforgiving sharpness of granite, sandstone, or limestone, one truth becomes clear fast: real rock wrecks your skin. Outdoor skin...

Squamish Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Squamish Bouldering Overview Tucked between the ocean and alpine peaks along the Sea-to-Sky Highway, Squamish, British Columbia is one of the most iconic bouldering destinations in North America. With thousands of problems scattered throughout lush forests and granite...

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...
The Best Boulder Problems in Tramway: Ranked

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

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...

Black Mountain Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Black Mountain Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Black Mountain, California Bouldering Overview  Located in the San Bernardino National Forest within the San Jacinto Mountains, Black Mountain is one of the most iconic bouldering destinations in Southern California. Known for its high-quality granite, cooler...

Mount Woodson Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Mount Woodson Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Mount Woodson Bouldering Overview  Tucked in the hills east of San Diego, Mount Woodson is a historic granite bouldering area known for its razor-sharp crimps, granite egg-shaped highballs, and old-school testpieces. With hundreds of problems scattered across the...

Devil’s Lake Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Devil’s Lake Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Devil's Lake Bouldering Overview  In the heart of the Baraboo Hills in southern Wisconsin, Devil’s Lake State Park is a Midwest gem with a rich climbing history and a striking natural setting. Known for its crystal-clear lake, steep quartzite bluffs, and...

Joe’s Valley Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Joe’s Valley Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Joe's Valley Bouldering Overview  Just a three-hour drive from Salt Lake City, Joe’s Valley is a must-visit for any boulderer in the West. Tucked into the high desert outside the small towns of Orangeville and Castle Dale, Utah, the sandstone bouldering in Joe's...

Ibex Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Ibex Bouldering Guide: How, When, and Where

Ibex, Utah Bouldering Overview  Tucked deep in Utah’s west desert, Ibex is one of the most unique and remote bouldering destinations in the U.S. Towering quartzite cliffs and massive scattered blocks rise from an ancient dry lake bed, creating a landscape of...

Top Ten Boulders in Lake Tahoe, California

Top Ten Boulders in Lake Tahoe, California

The Best Boulder Problems in Lake Tahoe: Ranked Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe is a world-class bouldering destination, offering everything from towering alpine lines to roadside gems. With its pristine granite, crisp mountain air, and breathtaking...

Meet the Climber: Marc Bourguignon

Not only is Marc Bourguignon a fervent Squamish bouldering developer, strong climber, and all-around nice dude, but he is also a KAYA Founder and our CTO! Get to know Marc, his motivations, and his climbing philosophies in this Q&A: KAYA: Thanks for taking the...

Meet the Climber: David Liang

Meet the Climber: David Liang

KAYA crusher, David Liang, left the gym to try his hand at outdoor climbing two years ago. In that time, he has remarkably racked up over 30 double-digit sends and now has his sights set on Grand Illusion (V16) after having two-pieced it this past season. We sat down...