Rock Climbing Tours
GUIDED ROCK CLIMBS IN THE SIERRA NEVADA, YOSEMITE AND THE EUROPEAN ALPS
On Belay! … At SMG, we have designed rock climbing programs for all ability levels and interests. In our Courses, we examine the skills in a progressive, hands-on approach that will maximize learning potential while maximizing the fun factor. Our world-class climbing schools are based in the unsurpassed venues of the Eastern Sierra, Lover’s Leap, and Red Rock Canyon, and our AMGA Certified instructors are considered the best and most experienced in the business. On short challenging climbs and long multi-pitch rock marathons, SMG’s Guided Rock Climbs go right to where the rubber meets the rock. Diversity is the spice of the climbing life and we can’t wait to show you all of the cracks, faces, slabs, knobs, sandstone, and perfect sun-drenched granite you have been missing.
Current Rock Climbing Tours
The 3rd Pillar is pitch after pitch of classic Yosemite climbing on stellar granite with awesome views of Mono Lake.
1 Day
12 Days
The 3 Day Single Pitch instructor course is for those who will be working in single pitch environments such as summer camps and gyms.
3 Days
AMGA SPI Exam
$430
The AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Program is the only nationally and internationally recognized single pitch climbing instructor certification program.
2 Days
2 Days
Let Peter Croft coach you to a breakthrough in your outdoor climbing ability.
2 Days
Perched high above the small town of Aspendell, Cardinal Pinnacle stands out like a granite lighthouse.
1 Day
Chamonix Classics is designed for skilled and experienced alpinists who want to climb alpine snow, rock, ice and mixed terrain on some of the most classic and famous routes in the world.
9 Days
Charlotte Dome remains pristine and wild, despite being listed for decades as one of Steck and Roper's “50 Classic Climbs of North America.”
3 Days
3 Days
Peter Croft will teach you technique to float up cracks of various shapes and sizes with maximum efficiency and enjoyment.
1 Day
For a great day out, or some awesome Alpine training, Crystal Crag has something to offer everyone.
1 Day
Custom guided rock climbing is all about going where you want, when you want, and with who you want.
1 Day +
5 Days
5 Days
3 Days
This 2 day course will give you the skills to sport and traditional lead climb in single pitch terrain.
2 Days
The Italian Dolomites have left an historic legacy on the climbing world as one of the early standard-setting alpine rock climbing venues.
7 Days
7 Days
2 Days
1 Day
Rock climbing is not a sport reserved for extreme athletes.
1/2 Day
5 or 7 Days
3 or 4 Days
Mt. Conness is the jewel of Eastern Yosemite National Park, which has a very different alpine nature than the domelands of adjacent Tuolumne Meadows.
1 Day
This is one of the rare, accessible alpine day climbs of the Eastern Sierra.
1 Day
Mt. Humphreys towers over the Bishop Basin 10,000 feet higher than the valley floor.
1 or 2 Days
Mount Rainier via the Kautz Glacier Route (14,410 feet) - A climb of Mount Rainier is a challenging undertaking no matter what route is taken, but a climb of the Kautz Glacier Route is an experience that most will remember for a lifetime!
5 days
As Mt. Whitney’s neighbor Mt. Russell often gets overlooked, but this granite giant has dozens of world-class routes to choose from.
3 Days
Climb Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the 48 states, by a classic technical rock climb from the East.
3 Days
3 Days
4 Days
Mt. Russell is right next door to Mt. Whitney and an amazing way to summit both incredible peaks.
4 Days
1 Day
Climb the Palisades from a basecamp near the Palisade Glacier in a 5-day format!
5 Days
Climb the Palisades from Palisade Basin on the Southwest side in a 5-day itinerary!
5 Days
Climb the Palisades Ridge from Thunderbolt Peak to Mount Sill, tagging five iconic 14,000+ foot Sierra peaks, with a high bivouac on the ridge.
4 Days
If you want to enjoy the wild mountains in comfort and style, consider adding some support to your trip.
1 Day +
1 Day +
1-5 Days
Our self-rescue course will teach you techniques to deal quickly and safely with many situations.
2 Days
Rock Climbing 101
$242
If you've always dreamed of venturing into the vertical world or you’re looking for a thrilling outing for your family, this intro class is perfect for you.
1 Day
Rock Climbing 201
$275
Our advanced rock climbing course will give you the skills you will need to take the next step.
1 Day
A 6-day packer and cook supported pilgrimage to the heart of the Southern Sierra, Sequoia National Park, and some of the best alpine rock climbing in the entire range.
6 Days
This five-day seminar is based in the spectacular Sawtooth Range where we will learn the skills to climb the big peaks in all conditions.
5 Days
When describing Temple Crag the late pioneer Norman Clyde wrote,” It is doubtful that there is a more beautiful and striking ‘crag-mountain’ in the Sierra.
1 Day +