Best Climbing in Wyoming

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1

Wyoming, Jackson Hole

18 :50 hrs
6 mi
2079.233 ft
III

Climbing up the south side of the majestic Grand Teton, this route follows the Lower Exum and the Upper Exum on the Full Exum Route. The Lower Exum Ridge is steeper and more difficult than the upper and is a great course for climbers seeking good difficult rock on the Grand Teton. The first pitch of the Lower Exum ridge is a straightforward chimney. Chimney up for a while, tunnel through a chockstone and then you can bypass the second crux where the chimney closes up. The second pitch ascends some ramps and corners up to another large ledge. Pitch 3 ascends a nice jam crack to some black rock. With a 60 meter rope this easily links with pitch 4, which ascends an interesting 5.7 chimney. Pitch 4 chimney is in two parts, starting with the crux of the lower part to get into the chimney, after which it was straightforward and this leads into a wider chimney that is capped with a large chockstone. Next is the famous Black Face pitch that leads to Upper Exum Ridge, one of the most popular routes to the summit. With the combination of ready access, southern exposure and exciting climbing with excellent rock, the Upper Exum route will continue to be popular.

2

Wyoming, Jackson Hole

18 :54 hrs
6.7 mi
1950.6953 ft
II

Grand Teton is the highest mountain in Grand Teton National Park and a classic destination in American mountaineering. The Owen-Spalding route begins at the Lower Saddle between the Grand and Middle Teton peaks. Scrambling and sections of modest difficulty climbing lead to the Upper Saddle between The Enclosure to the west and the west wall of Grand Teton to the east. From the Upper Saddle ropes can be used to traverse exposed 2,000 ft cliffs along the west flank, but the section is generally considered non-technical. Features such as the "Belly Roll" and "The Crawl", where climbers usually straddle a rock fin for several yards, lead to the Double Chimney. The chimneys are the most complex section of the climb and may be icy. This section leads to a steep scramble to the summit. The descent may be down-climbed or rappeled using several fixed anchors.

3

Wyoming, Washakie County

00 :21 hrs
0.4 mi
66.45288 ft
Unknown

Ten Sleep Canyon is one one of the most amazing sport climbing areas anywhere. The quality of the Limestone is as good as it get's in the U.S. The area is new so the routes are not polished and the friction is amazing in cooler temperatures. Ten Sleep is a destination spot that sports more 5.14+ potential than any other spot in the U.S. so don't be surprised to see world famous climbing roping up next to you.

4

Wyoming, Jackson Hole

11 :49 hrs
6.7 mi
1821.4985 ft
S3+

The Middle Teton has had more ski descents from its summit than any other Teton peak and is probably the most skied in the entire Teton Range. This is the most popular route to the summit and the most popular ski descent. This hike begins at Lupine Meadows and follows the south fork of Garnet Canyon to the saddle between the South and Middle Teton. Once at the saddle take the largest most obvious couloir heading to the summit. If the route is taken in the winter, roads to the trailhead will be closed. If this is the case, begin the route in the city of Moose.

5

Wyoming, Washakie County

00 :35 hrs
0.6 mi
143.4414 ft
Various

The Slavery wall is the largest wall in the Mondo section of Ten Sleep. Aesthetically the roof looks amazing and has a great 5.9 that will take you over the roof. Having eight five star climbs should be a clue that this is a must do wall.

6

Wyoming, Washakie County

00 :33 hrs
0.6 mi
145.47656 ft
Various

The Vietnam wall is shaded by trees and is nice in mid summer. The route that is a must do on this wall is Bikini Girls With Machine Guns!

7

Wyoming, Natrona County

00 :01 hrs
0.1 mi
13.645142 ft
Various

A beautiful canyon with pink Precambrian granite wall and every variety of cracks you can imagine. Most of the wall will be 80-120 feet with a few areas like the Power Tower area that has 400 foot walls. This is a committing climbing area if you decide to rap down into the climbs. You can toprope most since your setting up anchors at the top which is a great way to give a climb a try before you commit to the rappel and pulling your rope. The Platte river runs through and is controlled by the Pathfinder dam just up river. A few times per year they will let out enough water to cover the first five feet or so of some of the lower climbs. The water will go down in a week or two and there are always higher climbs to climb. 6 Hours from Salt lake City or 5 hours from Boulder. Check out Sloan's Country store for showers and to refill your water.

8

Wyoming, Washakie County

00 :32 hrs
0.6 mi
129.42456 ft
Various

The Rust Cage wall offer short climbs with amazing pockets. Mostly vertical up to a bulge and the wall starts to slab out.

9

Wyoming, Natrona County

00 :02 hrs
0.1 mi
26.315674 ft
Various

This wall is directly below the handrail on the overlook. Rap from the rails or set up anchors just above the wall.

10

Wyoming, Jackson Hole

17 :50 hrs
6.7 mi
1821.4985 ft
II

This hike begins at Lupine Meadows and follows the south fork of Garnet Canyon. Getting lost in the upper Tetons is not difficult. Avoid getting lost by climbing all the way to the saddle between the South and Middle Teton. Once at the saddle take the largest most obvious couloir heading to the summit. In the early season and early hours of the day crampons may be useful on the harder snow. Take a climbing helmet as this route is popular and subject to falling rock. Be careful and mindful of climbing parties above and below you. Climbing equipment may be necessary in snow and ice conditions.

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