Castle Valley Rock Climbing

It’s likely you’ve seen a photo of the iconic skyline of Castle Valley with some of the world’s most dramatic desert towers. Countless television commercials and a Bon Jovi music video have been filmed atop the vertical walled towers. It’s difficult to describe the feeling of standing on top of such a dramatic feature!

SEASON
While spring and fall are the prime season, it is possible to climb here year round.

COST
1 person: $350
2 people: $231 per person

Private / Custom Trips

Whether you have one objective in mind or ten we can organize a custom trip based on your objectives. A great way to experience Castle Valley is as part of our Best 4 Days in Moab Itinerary.
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Storming the Castle

Always seen pictures of Castleton Tower and Fine Jade but not sure where to start? Start right here! Based on your previous experience we’ll organize a program of custom skill development. Using a combination of crags around Moab we’ll fill in any gaps you have in your crack technique and if you are ready we’ll attempt Castleton or any other appropriate objective you have in mind.

Group Size

This is a private program, no one else will be paired with your party. If your group is larger than 2, we apply a group discount and additional guides are added to keep the guest to guide ratio at 2:1 or lower.

TIME AND PLACE

Each day is a custom affair. The timeline of days are subject to a number of factors, but mostly depend on what you want to do.

EQUIPMENT LIST

All the technical climbing equipment required for this outing is included.
View equipment list as PDF

The most famous route on this iconic tower is Kor Ingalls. A slightly lesser known, but exceptionally popular moderate route is the North Chimney.

Perhaps the most classic route is the North Face. At solid 5.11- it’s not the choice for most inaugural trips up Castleton, but if you have the movement skill this is by far one of the best routes in Castle Valley.

There are no easy routes up The Rectory. However, if 5.11 finger locks are your “jam” then you’ll be psyched on Fine Jade 5.11a. With consistently engaging pitches with good protection and the best possible position imaginable, this is absolutely one of our favorite climbs on the planet! Honeymoon Chimney 5.10 is anther spectacular route to be had here.