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...

Top 10 Boulders in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah

Eric Jerome getting goofy on the classic highball The Big Guy (V3). Photo: Danny Popowski Little Cottonwood Canyon, or LCC, Utah contains some spectacular granite bouldering! Located just 20-minutes outside of Salt Lake City, Little Cottonwood Canyon Bouldering offers...

Top 10 Boulders in The New River Gorge, West Virginia

Top 10 Boulders in The New River Gorge, West Virginia

The New River Gorge, or NRG, in West Virginia is one of the newest National Parks and home to perhaps the best sandstone in the country or even the world! Located in the region surrounding Fayetteville, West Virginia and the famous New River Gorge Bridge, this...

Top 10 Boulders in Leavenworth, Washington

Top 10 Boulders in Leavenworth, Washington

Leavenworth, Washington is the state’s most popular bouldering area, featuring over a thousand easily accessible granite boulder problems. Scattered primarily throughout Tumwater and Icicle Canyons, Leavenworth climbing is similar to Little Cottonwood or Joe’s Valley,...

Top 10 Boulders in Red Rocks, Nevada

Top 10 Boulders in Red Rocks, Nevada

Red Rock State Park, Nevada is home to some of the best sandstone bouldering in the western United States. The most popular areas are the sunny Kraft Boulders and Calico Basin which offer dozens of classic moderate boulder problems within close proximity of each...

Top 10 Boulders in Hueco Tanks, Texas

Top 10 Boulders in Hueco Tanks, Texas

Hueco is the mecca of American bouldering. This state park is home to incredible indigenous history, archeology, nature, and some of the most iconic boulders in the world. The uniqueness of the movement and rock features has solidified Hueco as the boulderer’s...

Top 10 Boulders in Joe’s Valley, Utah

Top 10 Boulders in Joe’s Valley, Utah

Joe’s Valley is a world-class sandstone bouldering destination in Emory County, Utah. We partnered with guidebook author and local legend Steven Jeffery and the Joe’s Valley Coalition to bring you the official Joe’s Valley Bouldering Guide! It comprehensively covers...

Top 10 Boulders in Bishop, California

Top 10 Boulders in Bishop, California

Bishop, California is arguably one of the most scenic and historic bouldering areas in the United States. Bishop is a must-see destination for any climber, known for its beautiful mountain views, imposing highballs, and hard patina. KAYA Guide authors Dan Beall and...

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