Castlegar’s Newest Climbing Area is One Of The Best For Families
It’s hard to say what the best part about Castlegar’s latest rock climbing destination is. It could be the outstanding views of the valley…
rock guide updates
Rock Climbing Waterline Walls – A Retrospecive
A retrospective on the early days of development at Waterline Walls in Castlegar, British Columbia. Ron Perrier, the author of “Where to Hike and…
New 5.10a Route In The Valhallas Is Over A Half-Kilometre Long
This summer professional photographer Steve Ogle and I climbed a new route up a beautiful swath of virgin slab in Valhalla Provincial Park near…
Rock Guide Updates for Waterline Walls in Castlegar, BC
Author note: Without the hard work of The Association of West Kootenay Rock Climbers, these updates would be pointless because Waterline Walls would have…
Rock Guide Updates for Pulpit Rock in Nelson, BC
Pulpit Rock is an iconic feature in Nelson, British Columbia, and also the most popular hike in the city. Dozens of people a day…
Helheim Rock Guide Updates
There’s a new rock climbing area on Bannock Forest Service Road in the Slocan Valley thanks in part to the efforts of valley resident…
New 5.7 Route On Natural Rock Arch In Purcells
Last July professional photographer Steve Ogle, ACMG guide and Patagonia athlete Jasmin Caton, and I climbed a new route up a beautiful natural rock…
Mr Winkle’s Hideout Rock Guide Updates
The lower Slocan Bluffs in Slocan City have seen some development recently thanks to the efforts of valley resident Daren Tremaine.
Pub Wall Rock Guide Updates
The Lion’s Head Smoke and Brew Pub in Robson, near Castlegar is a special place. Not only does it have an amazing selection of…
Champion Crag Rock Guide Updates
Champion crag is located high on the east rim of the Columbia River valley south of Castlegar. The cliff can be seen from the…