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 for climbers. Whether planning your first trip or building a dream tick list, here are 10 of the most popular (and must-try) boulders in Bishop, California.

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10. Celestial Trail V0, The Happies

Celestial Trail, v0
Celestial Trail v0, Bishop. 245 ascents logged, 4.5/5 rating , 33 beta videos – A beautiful airy line on bullet rock, peppered with small but positive edges. A phenomenal “starter highball”, but beware, a fall would certainly be consequential. – View more climbs and beta videos for Tablelands, Bishop on KAYA.

A beautiful, airy line on bullet rock, peppered with small but positive edges. A phenomenal “starter highball”, but beware, a fall would certainly be consequential. For a less committing line on the same boulder, check out Heavenly Path V0 below.

9. Ketron Classic V4, The Happies

Ketron Classic, v4
Ketron Classic v4, Bishop. 203 ascents logged, 4.5/5 rating – Sit start on a positive, vertical, pinch. Climb up to a good left undercling before powering through right handed slopers. An area classic! – View more climbs and beta videos for Tablelands, Bishop on KAYA.

Sit start on a positive, vertical, pinch. Climb up to a good left undercling before powering through right handed slopers.

8. The Hulk V6, The Happies

The Hulk, v6
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A steep, varied climb with powerful movement on polished volcanic rock. It’s a little slick from traffic, but still a justifiable favorite and a proud tick for the grade.

7. Seven Spanish Angels V6, Buttermilks

Seven Spanish Angels, v6
Seven Spanish Angels v6, Bishop. 236 ascents logged, 4.8/5 rating , 57 beta videos – The Classic! Climb straight up the beloved wall of blobby goodness. Depending on your height and style, you may want to go for the typical direct dyno finish, or veer slightly left for a more prolonged but less reachy option off a gaston.

The Classic! Climb straight up the beloved wall of blobby goodness. Depending on your height and style, you may want to go for the typical direct dyno finish, or veer slightly left for a more prolonged but less reachy option off a gaston. Both are fun and weigh in at about the same grade.

6. Flyboy Arete V5, Buttermilks

Fly Boy Arete, v5
Fly Boy Arete v5, Bishop. 252 ascents logged, 4.2/5 rating , 52 beta videos – A very approachable and rewarding climb, this one is a perennial favorite. Sit start at the flat jug, track left to the arete and up. A rite of passage for many.

A very approachable and rewarding climb, this one is a perennial favorite. Sit start at the flat jug, track left to the arete and up. A rite of passage for many.

5. Heavenly Path V1, The Happies

Heavenly Path, v1
Heavenly Path v1, Bishop. 285 ascents logged, 4.8/5 rating , 36 beta videos – One of the classics of the canyon! Adventurous climbing on beautiful plates and patina. Be warned, the difficulty increases at the angle change, and many many less experienced climbers have suffered serious injury here.

Located in the center of the Happies, this is one of the best warm-ups around. A towering slab with incredible features and a surreal backdrop.

4. Serengetti V5, The Happies

Serengeti, v5
Serengeti v5, Bishop. 286 ascents logged, 4.2/5 rating , 48 beta videos – One of the best! From a good left facing flake, angle up and right through the overhang on dishes and crimps. – View more climbs and beta videos for Tablelands, Bishop on KAYA.

One of the best! Start low on the left-facing flake, then angle up through dishes and crimps in the overhang. Steep, flowy, and ultra-satisfying. A must-do for the grade in the Tablelands.

3. Iron Man V4, Buttermilks

Iron Man, v4
Iron Man v4, Bishop. 313 ascents logged, 4.5/5 rating , 42 beta videos – Climbing the iconic rail feature is a perennial classic. The comfortable grips and approachable nature of the climb make it an all time favorite at the grade.

The most popular climb in the Milks! Some say you can’t leave Bishop until you’ve tried this classic. The comfortable grips and approachable nature of the climb make it an all-time favorite at the grade. Be prepared to share!

2. Monkey Hang V3, The Happies

Monkey Hang, v3
Monkey Hang v3, Bishop. 320 ascents logged, 4.1/5 rating , 59 beta videos – Climb the small roof from a stand start at a large right facing sidepull. Climb out directly, or for continued fun, traverse right along the lip of the roof before topping out.

Just like a playground jungle gym! A classic roof climb with big moves on jugs and a fun swing to finish.

1. Solarium V4, The Happies

Solarium, v4
Solarium v4, Bishop. 440 ascents logged, 4.2/5 rating , 105 beta videos – Loved and hated, but an area classic nonetheless! From low huecos, climb the well chalked line of pockets with widely varying beta. Memorable. – View more climbs and beta videos for Tablelands, Bishop on KAYA.

The most popular boulder in Bishop for good reason! Climb from low huecos into a well-chalked line of pockets with big, reachy moves and plenty of beta options. Loved and hated (mostly due to the crowds) but always memorable.