MOAB CLIMBING FIELD GUIDE
Full-Day Multi‑Pitch at Red Rock: Climb the Classics with a Guide
A full-day, guided multi-pitch climbing experience at Red Rock—routes from 5.4 to 5.12 (200'–800') with professional guides managing leads and rappels.
Full-Day Multi‑Pitch at Red Rock: Climb the Classics with a Guide.
Spend a full day on Red Rock’s sandstone walls, where a compact collection of single- and multi‑pitch routes—ranging from beginner 5.4s to sustained 5.12s and including classics such as Cat in the Hat—delivers a concentrated dose of desert exposure and long‑route climbing. Professional guides from Red River Adventures handle the technical leads and rappels so you can focus on movement, exposure, and the views over the escarpments outside Las Vegas.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
World‑class sandstone walls outside Las Vegas
Red Rock is noted for its variety: everything from short sport crags to some of North America’s longest multi‑pitch walls, set amid stark desert scenery and sweeping canyon vistas.
A ladder of difficulties — 5.4 through 5.12
Guided routes span the full range of grades, with classic long climbs—including the iconic Cat in the Hat—available on both sport and trad terrain for parties seeking anything from a relaxed crag day to sustained multi‑pitch objectives.
Professional guiding: leads, safety, and rappels
Red River Adventures’ guides manage the leading and rappelling for the group, overseeing rope systems and descent so guests can climb with less logistical burden on a full‑day outing.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Expect a sustained day on rock—approaching lines, climbing multiple pitches that can total 200' to 800' per route, and savouring long exposed belays and rim views. The rhythm alternates between concentrated effort on technical pitches and quieter stretches while the guide organizes anchors, changes leads, and rigs rappels for descent.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who thrives on this trip — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing is a full‑day experience, typically running about 7–8+ hours.
The program is available to participants aged 8 and up; routes span beginner to advanced grades (5.4–5.12).
Operators provide professional guiding and manage leads and rappels; contact Red River Adventures for a recommended personal‑gear list and any operator‑provided equipment details.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
A full‑day outing, generally about 7–8+ hours.
What is the minimum age?
Participants must be at least 8 years old.
What skill levels are served?
The guided program accommodates a broad range of climbers, with routes from 5.4 through 5.12.
What kinds of routes will we climb?
Guides lead parties on single‑ and multi‑pitch sport and trad routes, including classic long lines such as Cat in the Hat; route lengths typically range from about 200' to 800'.
Will guides lead and handle rappels?
Yes—professional guides handle the leading and the rappels for the group.
Who operates the trip and what does the price start at?
The operator is Red River Adventures and pricing starts at $325.