We offer this adventure through our partner, Wasatch Mountain Guides.
Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, just outside Salt Lake City, are home to some of North America’s most classic rock climbs—granite, quartzite, and limestone walls rising right above the city. Our private guided rock climbing trips put you on iconic routes in this world-class playground, with every day customized to your group’s goals and abilities.
Whether you’re tying in for the first time, practicing anchor-building skills, or tackling a classic multi-pitch objective, your guide will design the perfect outing. From mellow cragging days to technical alpine climbs, the Wasatch offers terrain for every style and level of climber.
All of our Utah climbing trips are operated through Wasatch Mountain Guides (WMG), one of Utah’s most trusted guide services. Willie Benegas, IFMGA-certified mountain guide and co-owner of WMG, leads many of these climbs alongside a team of highly qualified AMGA-trained guides. With decades of experience in these canyons, our guides know the best routes for your skillset and will ensure your day is both safe and unforgettable.
With terrain ranging from easy slabs and fun cracks to steep test pieces and classic multi-pitch walls, the Wasatch is a world-class climbing playground. No matter your objective, we’ll tailor the experience to your ability, fitness, and time frame—delivering the most memorable climbing day of your Salt Lake City trip.
Location
Private climbing trips take place in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Little Cottonwood Canyon, or other Wasatch locations. Expect to be in the field for a half or full day, depending on your objectives.
Schedule & Meeting Location
Meeting times and locations are flexible and depend on your goals, preferences, and lodging. The most common meeting time is 8:00 AM at the Park & Ride lots at the mouths of Big or Little Cottonwood Canyon, or directly at your Cottonwood Canyon accommodations.
Guide/Instructor
You’ll receive a reminder email with your guide’s contact information prior to the trip. Your guide will reach out to review your skills and goals, discuss weather and equipment considerations, and finalize your meeting time and location.
Transportation & Parking
Transportation is not provided. Please plan to drive yourself and note that most canyon parking lots require a parking fee.
Who Can Join
We adapt each day to your needs—BBE and Wasatch Mountain Guides tailor custom guidance to your specific levels, goals, and timeline.
Gear & Rentals
Required: Harness, helmet, climbing shoes, belay device.
Provided: Ropes, protection, anchor systems, and all group technical gear.
Available rentals: Harnesses, helmets, and shoes rented directly from us or through our partner shops in Salt Lake City.
The Cottonwood Canyons have literally everything you can think of—and more. Slabs, cracks, steeps, and overhangs, plus a unique diversity of rock from granite and quartzite to limestone. Some walls in Little Cottonwood Canyon reach 1,100 feet in height and offer up to 10 pitches!
Grades vary from 5.4 to 5.11, and some of our favorite routes include:
…just to name a few. With hundreds of routes to choose from, your guide will help select the perfect climb for your ability and goals.
Half Day (4 Hours)
Full Day (8 Hours)
👉 Please contact us directly to book custom objectives or larger groups.
Rock climbing involves inherent risk, but our guides take every measure to manage and mitigate it. All trips are led by AMGA-trained/certified guides, supervised by IFMGA-certified guides. Each day begins with a safety review and clear objectives to create a rewarding and secure plan.
You have the option to bring your own harness, helmet, and climbing shoes. Alternatively, if you prefer not to transport your gear, we offer a comprehensive rental service directly on-site, allowing you to acquire these items from us easily.
Not at all. We guide complete beginners through advanced climbers.
Absolutely—many clients use a private day as a mini rock climbing course to learn knots, belaying, anchors, or multi-pitch systems.
Location varies depending on your chosen objective—your guide will confirm in advance.
Yes. We suggest Spot Insurance for activity coverage.
👉 Climb the Wasatch with Wasatch Mountain Guides, co-owned by Willie Benegas, and experience the best private rock climbing Salt Lake City has to offer—from mellow crag days to iconic multi-pitch classics.
Pricing is a typical estimate, final quote will be provided after receiving your inquiry.
👉 Climb the Wasatch with Wasatch Mountain Guides, co-owned by Willie Benegas, and experience the best private rock climbing Salt Lake City has to offer—from mellow crag days to iconic multi-pitch classics.