Nevada is home to an innumerable amount of fantastic, heart-pumping rock climbing routes. Throughout the state, rock climbing enthusiasts can find routes to conquer of all different varieties. Below, you’ll find five of the coolest for climbers of all levels.
The Cat in the Hat route at Red Rocks is one of the most popular routes in the state. With an approach time of 30 minutes and an average climb route of 2-3 hours, the Cat in the Hat hides its ledges and cracks. But once you find them, you’ll have a relatively easy time of it.
Brown Sugar is one of the Arrow Canyon Wilderness’ classic routes. It is immediately challenging, forcing climbers to contend with boulders and steep rock. Once you’re through with the first hazards, it’s a sustained climb to the top.
The Small Arms climb in the La Madre Range is a great route to take as a warmup to larger routes, or for beginners who aren’t ready for longer climbs. The rock is relatively easy, but like with all routes, make sure to take extra care to ensure your own safety.
Maxwell’s Hammer in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, is on the face of Spooner Crag. The route is one of the more challenging ones mentioned, so we recommend spending some time researching what tools you’ll need and if you’re comfortable with a route of this magnitude before heading out. For those that are comfortable, however, it is quite rewarding.
This spot is among the very best in the state for climbing. Be sure to give yourself 1-3 hours to hike to the location, which is up on Eagle Wall above Oak Creek Canyon. This trad and sport climbing location features nine pitches. Take note: The sandstone of Red Rocks is very delicate after rain.
