MOAB CLIMBING FIELD GUIDE
Chimneyed Exposures on The Rectory: Two Pitches of Moab’s Hallow Souls
A focused climbing outing on a semi-detached tower in Moab featuring the two-pitch Hallow Souls (5.9+); this guide distills what’s notable about the route and the nearby Ice Cream Parlor add-on.
Chimneyed Exposures on The Rectory: Two Pitches of Moab’s Hallow Souls.
Adventure brief
Chimneyed Exposures on The Rectory: Two Pitches of Moab’s Hallow Souls
Perched among Moab’s redstone towers, The Rectory is a semi-detached formation that offers a compact, intense climbing experience. The route known as Hallow Souls climbs the structure in two pitches at a 5.9+ rating, threading a dramatic chimney and delivering striking positions and technical moves before descent. Many parties pair the route with a visit to the nearby Ice Cream Parlor to round out the day.
The Rectory Tower offers a thrilling and unique climbing experience located just outside Moab, Utah. This semi-detached sandstone tower features the exciting 2-pitch route called Hallow Souls (5.9+), known for its challenging moves and wild climbing positions inside a stunning chimney system. The vertical adventure demands technique and strength, rewarding climbers with incredible exposure and dramatic views. After conquering the tower, climbers can treat themselves to a visit to the local Ice Cream Parlor, making for a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation in one day. Windgate Adventures guides the climb, ensuring safety and providing expert tips for tackling the route’s key sections. This experience is ideal for climbers seeking a mix of technical challenge and scenic beauty, all within the greater Moab area, which is also famous for its vast desert landscape and numerous outdoor activities. Whether you're an advanced climber or looking to push your limits, The Rectory Tower climb delivers excitement, skill testing, and memorable moments.
Route Schematic
Route schematic and key stops
A compact itinerary of the primary moments along the outing—approach, ascent, and the recommended finish.
Approach & base of The Rectory
Reach the base of the semi-detached tower to prepare for the two-pitch ascent.
Pitch 1 — entering the chimney
Begin climbing into the chimney and establish the lead for the first pitch, tackling technical and positional moves.
Pitch 2 — finishing sequences
Complete the second pitch through more sustained positions before top-out and descent.
Ice Cream Parlor stop
Many climbers finish the day with a visit to the Ice Cream Parlor nearby.
This outing concentrates technical climbing into two pitches on a semi-detached tower; parties should be prepared for exposed positions and consult the operator or route resources for any specific safety or logistical considerations.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hallow Souls — two pitches, 5.9+
Hallow Souls is a sustained two-pitch line on a semi-detached tower, rated 5.9+ and notable for its chimneying and bold, technical sequences that place climbers in exposed, unconventional positions.
Phenomenal moves and wild positions
Expect concentrated climbing where chimney techniques and body positioning define the pitches—an experience defined by physical, memorable moves rather than long approach or descent narratives.
Finish at the Ice Cream Parlor
Many climbers combine the ascent with a stop at the Ice Cream Parlor nearby, turning a compact climb into a full, memorable day in Moab.
What the day feels like
What the climb feels like
Short and intense, the climb concentrates its challenge into two distinct pitches. Climbers move through a defining chimney and encounter sequences that reward good technique and calm under exposure; because the tower is semi-detached, positions can feel particularly airy and committing. Many parties cap the outing with a visit to the Ice Cream Parlor for a classic Moab finish.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this climbing outing suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Specific gear and provisioning details should be confirmed with the operator, Windgate Adventures.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where is The Rectory Tower located?
The Rectory Tower is in Moab, Utah, United States.
What is the name and rating of the main route?
The primary route is called Hallow Souls and is rated 5.9+.
How many pitches does Hallow Souls have?
Hallow Souls is a two-pitch route.
What notable features define the climb?
The route is notable for a defining chimney and concentrated, memorable moves that place climbers in wild positions on a semi-detached tower.
Can this outing be combined with other activities?
Yes—many parties combine the climb with a visit to the Ice Cream Parlor as part of the day.
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