Ogden Rock & Ice Climbing

The Ogden area is an outdoor climbing paradise. Within 15 minutes from any place in the City, there are outdoor climbing adventures for beginning through expert climbers. Rock and Ice Climbing can be dangerous or life threatening. Every climber is personally responsible for being physically fit for the intended climb; for having proper equipment, clothing, water, food, map, skills, training and common sense. You are responsible for evaluating the route conditions and weather; and for protecting the environment and the rights of others. Two popular climbing areas located within City limits are described below; additional climbing in Ogden Canyon and elsewhere is all within reach; just minutes from downtown Ogden.

26th Street Bouldering Field

The East Bench of Ogden is home to a lifetime of bouldering problems and sequences ranging from V0-V7 or higher. The lower boulder field is located in the area just beyond the top of 25th and 27th Streets; you can see many of the boulders from the road. An upper boulder field is up Taylor’s canyon and to the north, and the Patriot Crack area is up the hill (north) from the lower field.

Directions: Proceed east up 27th, Lake, or 25th Streets until reach the end of the street. Parking can be found on the street or some dirt parking areas; be considerate to residents and help keep this area available. A short walk upward will lead to the boulders.

9th Street Crag

9th Street provides a popular sport area with easy access and a range of difficulty. The crag is about 40 feet high with several bolted routes all with top rope chains; tope rope access can be made from either side of the crag. Keep and eye open for Poison Ivy.

Directions: Proceed east on 9th street until you reach the top. Parking is limited; be considerate to residents and help keep this area available. Walk up the dirt road until you intersect the canal road and turn left (north); follow the road north about a hundred yards to the trail head. The trail works its way up in a north-eastly direction leading to the crag.