Rock climbing at Alabama Hills with a local guide, near Lone Pine, CA

Join the certified guides from SWS Mountain Guides as they lead you on this fun, epic and spectacular rock climbing adventure at Alabama Hills, near Lone Pine, California, an area of rocky and other-worldly terrain featuring a huge amount of climbing routes and truly awe-inspiring views out over the desert landscape.

Private

Sierra Nevada (California)

1 Day

Apr - Nov

Intermediate

Beginner

Highlights

Rock climb in the unique and fascinating setting of Alabama Hills, California!
Climb on over 300 different routes, ranging from beginner to expert levels
Admire the jaw-dropping views out over the rocky, desert-like scenery

Description

The Alabama Hills contain some of the most unique and fascinating landscape, scenery and terrain in California, and I will guide you as we rock climb around this region, climbing on the more than 300 routes available to us while also admiring the truly special, other-worldly and quintessentially Californian desert scenery.

The Alabama Hills are a part of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California, located not far from the town of Lone Pine. It contains many interesting rock formation with more rounded contours than is usual in the Sierra Nevada, and is increasingly becoming one of the most popular rock climbing destinations in the United States.

After meeting in the morning in Lone Pine, we then head out to the Alabama Hills, where initially we will run through all relevant safety gear and information.

We then have almost free reign of the area for climbing, and with over 300 routes available there are climbs for people of all levels of ability, from beginners through to experts. The Joshua Tree-style friction granite is an excellent surface to climb on, and you will be able to complete each climb at your own pace.

Some of the most popular climbs include Jackie’s Crack, Southern Man, Sweet Home Alabama and Blockade Runner.

The views out over the landscape, scenery and terrain take the breath away, with the desert setting making it seem like we are in a Western movie.

By the end of our fun-filled trip you will have experienced some of the best rock climbing in the country, whilst also experiencing one of the most distinctive and special settings possible.

Book now to spend a day rock climbing in the epic and awesome Alabama Hills!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Rope
Harness
Helmet

Price details

Includes: Professional Guides, helmet, harness, all technical rock equipment, permits and permit fees.
Note: Group Rock Climbing Trips are available from 430 give us a call for a quote

Itinerary

Day 1: Meet, Rock Climb, Finish

Meet in Lone Pine, rock climb all day, finish.

About the guide

SWS

4.8

(28)

Mountain Guide

Since 1981, we have been California's leader in guided mountaineering. From the Eastern Sierra to Mt. Shasta, we guide all of California 14ners and internationally.

Languages

English

Certificates

IFMGA | AMGA

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What people are saying about SWS

Such a difficult, but the most amazing experience! Something you will never forget!

Had an amazing experience! What memories but must be honest, we were in over our head. Feel we were physically up to it but we went from sea level to 10,000 feet in 30 hours and it was a challenge to keep up. Some time to acclimate would have made a big difference. The guides were careful and supportive. We were outside our comfort zone for sure but also realize that made it so memorable!

Life changing experience!!

Excellent experience with my guide Ben and SWS. Was able to summit Mt Whitney via the mountaineer’s route thanks to Ben’s understanding of the mountain and assessment of my capabilities. Great experience that exceeded my expectations.