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You should always bring a surplus of water to stay hydrated. Red Rock Canyon is located in the Mojave Desert, and even if it is not scorching hot, the air is still very dry. Keep this in mind when planning for your climbs, not only as a time constraint but also in terms of water. Many routes in Red Rock Canyon require significant walking, hiking and scrambling to reach them. Red Rock Canyon offers hundreds of established sport and traditional climbs, from Grade I (1-2 hours) to Grade VI (spending 2 or more nights on the route). If you are not familiar with this rating system or are unsure of what level you and your abilities fit in, be sure to choose your first ascents in Red Rock Canyon with care.

All class V routes (those involving the use of protection) in Red Rock Canyon range from 5.0 (easiest) to 5.14 (most difficult.) These ratings are based on the skills, abilities and opinions of those climbers that have ascended each specific route. Routes in Red Rock Canyon are rated via the Yosemite Decimal System. We suggest waiting 24 to 48 hours after major rains or snow to allow the rock to dry sufficiently for climbing. Because of its friable (crumbly) nature it must be approached with a greater degree of caution than a more dependable rock such as granite. Keep in mind however, it is still sandstone. The black or varnished rock is generally considered to be the hardest. The rock of the main escarpment possesses a greater cementing factor and is considered to be a good quality sandstone. The rock at Calico’s 1 & 2, and Sandstone Quarry are the focus of sport climbing. The main type of rock found in Red Rock Canyon here is Aztec (or Navajo) sandstone, formed years ago through the natural cementing of ancient sand dunes. Allow for space between parties above and below you on the wall.

Respect other climbing parties! Some of the more popular long routes get crowded.

If you want to sport climb and the parking lot of the area you choose is full, go to the next parking lot and hike back to the desired location, or choose another area.

Camping is not permitted on the 13-Mile Scenic Drive.

Camping is permitted at the developed campground two miles east of the visitor center on (W.

The late exit permit allows you to be in the scenic drive area as long as two hours after the closure of the area.

Late exit permits are available by calling (702) 515-5050. The 13-Mile Scenic Loop is a day use area only. If you would like to contact any of the climbing staff at Red Rock Canyon, please call (702) 515-5358.

A Climbers Guide To The Red Rocks of Nevada by Randy Faulk.

The Red Rocks of Southern Nevada by Joanne Urioste.

There are also two additional guide books with extensive route information available in local climbing shops.įor detailed information, please refer to any of the three guide books for Red Rock Canyon: If you have never climbed at Red Rock Canyon and are unfamiliar with route locations, a climbing guide is available with photos, route descriptions, and directions to provide you a brief idea of where to find established traditional and sport routes. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is one of the finest rock climbing areas in the world.