Climb a Rock at Yosemite National Park

Amazing rock climbing classes with different difficulty levels taught by expert Yosemite guides!

Last updated: May 2024

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$195/person-Beginner; $200/person- Intermediate; pricing based on level of difficulty
398 Miles from you
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Description

Learn how to climb one of the biggest rocks in California at Yosemite National Park! Not only do you get to add this awesome skill to your list of already amazing life skills; but you also get a chance to learn the do's and don'ts from the wilderness experts of Yosemite. This almost full-day adventure teaches you the ropes of rock climbing and each class is building upon what was learned previously. Learn how to anchor down the ropes successfully as you scale through the rocks of Yosemite. Participate in crack climbing and learn rappelling techniques as you gain the necessary skills to become an expert in your own right!

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For two

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For families with kids

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Itinerary

Arrive early to your rock climbing lesson
Get to know your expert guides and instructors
Begin by learning the basics (climbing and rappelling)
Take in the beautiful Yosemite views
Learn more climbing techniques
Climb the big rocks
Take a picture to document first class
Return for new intermediate skills

Location & Hours

9020 Curry Village Dr Yosemite National Park, CA 95389

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Working Hours

Mon8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tue8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wed8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thu8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Fri8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Sat8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Sun8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Packing List

climbing shoes
backpack
water
climbing helmet
climbing harness
headlamp
sunscreen
rope
crampons
carabiner
light snacks

4.9 ● Google reviews

Had the most incredible climbing experience ever! Lance was an amazing instructor and the location was breathtaking. Would recommend the crack climbing session to anyone and this has inspired me to come back to Yosemite to climb again.

I climbed snake dike on half dome with Thomas from YMS and it was a great experience through and through. It was a long day but beautiful and super fun and Thomas did a good job explaining what the day would entail. Highly recommended for a good challenge!

Visted the valley for a couple of days with family and I booked a days climbing with these guys. What can I say only that I was blown away by my guide! Drew was in total control of the situation the whole time and made the experience something I'll never forget. We did an ultra classic long route and it was breathtaking. Drew guided it in a very professional and safe manner and was able to get me through any unsure moments I had. What an intro to yosemite climbing. If your a climber and visiting here I highly recommend you contact these guys .

We had an incredible experience with Yosemite Mountaineering School, and our guide, Koob, made it truly unforgettable. Koob was exceptional—knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly skilled. He tailored the experience to our group's abilities, ensuring everyone felt safe and confident throughout the adventure. His passion for mountaineering and the Yosemite area was contagious, making our journey even more enjoyable. Koob's expertise and friendly demeanor made him the best guide we could have asked for. Thank you all so much for an amazing adventure!

Thomas Bukowski is THE guide. Helped me reach a lifetime goal I never imagined I could achieve: The North Face of the ROSTRUM, 5.11c Pushed me to keep going when I felt like giving up. Never stopped believing in me. I was so intimated by this climb. But despite the huge challenge, Thomas never made me feel small.

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