Cedar Breaks Climbing Guide

A curated route guide to Cedar Breaks.

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Cedar Breaks Climbing Guide

Cedar Breaks offers solid limestone sport and trad climbing in a stunning high-elevation setting. The area features everything from mellow beginner routes to world-class hard sport climbs, with quality rock and well-developed walls. Check current access conditions before heading up, as seasonal closures can affect some areas.

Classic Routes (5.9)

The must-do routes that define Cedar Breaks' character. These climbs offer exceptional movement, position, and rock quality that make them worth repeating. Perfect for when you want guaranteed good times on stone.

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Beginner Routes (5.4–5.8)

Perfect for building confidence on limestone and getting familiar with the area's character. These routes offer good movement without being overly intimidating, making them ideal for warming up or introducing newer climbers to Cedar Breaks.

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Intermediate Routes (5.10–5.11)

The bread and butter of Cedar Breaks climbing. These routes will test your technique and endurance while showcasing the area's best movement. Great for pushing grades or getting in solid mileage on quality limestone.

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Hard Routes (5.12+)

Cedar Breaks' reputation makers. These routes demand serious fitness, technical precision, and mental game. The Principality wall in particular hosts some of the area's most challenging and rewarding climbs.

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Bouldering

Cedar Breaks offers scattered bouldering across multiple areas, from moderate warm-ups to world-class hard problems. The limestone provides unique movement compared to typical Utah sandstone bouldering.

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