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Spend one or several days rock climbing on a selection of great walls in the Adirondacks mountains in the state of New York with one of our AMGA certified guides.
Private
+1 Day
May - Sep
High
Intermediate
An enormous area in the state of New York, the Adirondacks offer a thrilling, gorgeous glimpse into the natural environment of the northeast United States, with a wide range of outdoor opportunities — including some of the best rock climbing spots in the region. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself with multi-pitch lines, crack climbing, or tackle steep and technical routes, this trip is designed for climbers ready to take their skills to the next level.
During this rock climbing adventure, we’ll guide you through some of the best crags and routes in the Adirondacks. One of the standout spots is the Infinite Crags, which features fantastic climbing areas like Deadwater, the Beer Walls, and the Spider’s Web. For those seeking more of a challenge, the Poke-O-Moonshine area provides steep multi-pitch routes such as Fastest Gun (5.10a), Bloody Mary (5.9), and Gamesmanship (5.8) — all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Green Mountains of Vermont and Lake Champlain.
For more variety, the Chapel Pond area offers classic routes like Hesitation (5.8), Partition (5.9), and Weisner Route (5.6). The newly developed Silver Lake crags provide exciting climbs such as Honeybadger (5.10a), the Great Northern Driver (5.10d), and Green Mountain Boys (5.10a). On the Adirondack Slides, you’ll find difficult faces leading to the summit of Giant Mountain, with challenges like the Gothics’ North and South Faces. Finally, the High Peaks area offers routes such as California Flake (5.9) and Diagonal Route (5.8), nestled in the heart of Mt. Colden.
This trip is designed for seasoned climbers with an existing foundation in outdoor rock climbing. It’s a hands-on opportunity for climbers who want to take their skills to the next level and gain practical experience on challenging, real-world routes. Throughout the trip, expect intensive training on movement efficiency, anchor building, rope management, and belay transitions — all tailored to refine your technique and boost your climbing proficiency.
We’ll spend 7-8 hours each day climbing, with a perfect balance of instruction and climbing, allowing ample time to consolidate skills. All routes will be carefully selected based on current conditions to ensure you’re challenged in a way that aligns with your skill set. Plus, you’ll be guided by an AMGA IFMGA Certified Mountain Guide, ensuring expert guidance throughout your adventure.
Ready to master long, steep rock routes and refine your climbing skills in the Adirondacks? Book your spot today and elevate your climbing game in one of the most scenic climbing destinations in the United States!
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Please contact us to properly tailor your trip to your personal preferences. Also keep in mind that no hidden or extra fees exist.
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Mountain Guide
At Adventure Spirit we provide Rock, Ice and Alpine Experiences. We are based in the Northeast, USA (Winter), and Pacific Northwest, USA (Spring/Summer).
Our guide operations are led by Kel Rossiter. After stints in the military, the corporate world, and a Zen monastery, Kel began pursuing climbing as his professional passion. A Washington native, his first summit was an all-cotton ascent of Mt. Adams (12,281'). Fortunately, he went on to get appropriate training and since then he has climbed and guided rock and ice in twelve different countries on four continents. Now based in Vermont for most of the year, Kel owns and operates Adventure Spirit LLC, a rock, ice, and alpine guide service specializing in Northeastern climbing destinations.
Kel is also active in higher education, serving as a faculty member/instructor at several area colleges and holding a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies. He has complemented his university studies with American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA) training, having become an IFMGA Mountain Guide.
Kel is an Ortovox Athlete/Guide Ambassador, and he also enjoys bringing the mountain experience to people through writing and has been published in Climbing Magazine, Alpinist, and The Seattle Times, among others. In between his stints in the mountains, Kel serves on the boards of CRAG-VT, Vermont’s climbing access organization and the Vermont Outdoor Guide Association. And though he left the Zen monastery long ago, he still does see the value found in just sitting still.
Languages
French | English
Certificates
IFMGA
Liam
THANKS again for a great trip!! A fantastic experience and invaluable in so many different ways. It was a pleasure to meet you. After one short experience you have become my go to guy in the Northeast. I am looking forward to many more adventures.
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