Cragging
Cragging is the perfect way to spend a spring, summer, or fall day! This program is great for everyone from beginner to advanced-level climbers. Whether it’s your first time climbing outside or you’re an experienced climber seeking to refine your technique, cragging offers the perfect low-stress opportunity to experience some of the best rock climbing areas around Portland. With expert guidance and personalized instruction, you'll gain skills and confidence while sending classic routes at some of our favorite crags.
Where We Climb
Broughton Bluff
Located just outside Portland, Broughton Bluff is an excellent venue for a day of cragging or instruction. This basalt crag offers a great mix of sport and traditional climbing for all abilities. It’s the perfect place to work on solid footwork, crack climbing technique, and powerful movement on steep terrain.
Beacon Rock State Park
Beacon Rock is an exceptional venue for those looking for more challenging crack climbing. As a testament to its quality, Portlanders endearingly joke that it is the best climbing in Oregon. Towering over the Columbia River Gorge, this historic monolith features stunning trad routes and adventure climbing on high-quality volcanic rock.
Smith Rock State Park
The birthplace of American sport climbing, Smith Rock is a world-renowned rock climbing destination offering everything from beginner-friendly routes to advanced test pieces. With its incredible volcanic tuff and basalt crags, Smith Rock is ideal for those interested in face and crack climbing. The views aren’t too bad either!
What to Expect
Customized instruction based on your experience level and goals
A focus on movement techniques, climbing efficiency, and anchor systems
A fun, supportive, and professional guiding experience
Who This Is For
Beginners looking for a safe and fun introduction to outdoor climbing
Indoor climbers transitioning to real rock
Birthday parties
Workplace team-building retreats
Duration: 1 day
Climber-to-guide ratio: 6:1 with a max group size of 12
Location options: Broughton Bluff, Beacon Rock State Park, Smith Rock State Park