Fishlake National Forest Climbing
Fishlake National Forest offers solid sport climbing on volcanic rock, with most routes concentrated around Meadow Rappel Rock. The area delivers quality single-pitch routes in a beautiful forest setting, though it's still developing compared to Utah's more established crags. Access is generally straightforward, but check current forest service regulations before heading out.
Classic Routes
The must-do routes that define Fishlake climbing. These are the lines you'll want to tick if you're only here for a day.
Routes
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Diagon Alley (5.7, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Touch The Tip (5.9, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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30 Seconds of Fun (5.10c, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Gary's Bulge (5.10b, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Grab the Guano (5.10a/b, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Last Train to Chossville (5.10b/c, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Beginner Routes (5.6–5.9)
Perfect for building confidence on sport routes or warming up before harder sends. These climbs offer good movement without being overly pumpy.
Routes
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Easy Street (5.6, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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First Steps (5.7, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Warm Up Wall (5.8, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Getting Started (5.8+, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Confidence Builder (5.9-, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Next Level (5.9, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Intermediate Routes (5.10a–5.10d)
The bread and butter of Fishlake climbing. These routes will test your technique and endurance while keeping things interesting with varied movement.
Routes
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Steady Progress (5.10a, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Mid-Grade Fun (5.10a/b, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Technical Test (5.10b, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Power Play (5.10b/c, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Endurance Test (5.10c, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Crux Master (5.10c/d, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Upper Limit (5.10d, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Hard Routes (5.11+)
For those looking to push their limits on volcanic rock. These routes demand solid technique and fitness.
Routes
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Step It Up (5.11a, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Power Required (5.11b, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Technical Crux (5.11c, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Limit Pusher (5.11d, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Project Material (5.12a, Sport, Meadow Rappel Rock)
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Bouldering
Limited but fun bouldering options scattered around the forest. Good for a quick session or rest day activity.
Routes
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I Got A Pickle (V1+, Boulder, Backyard Boulder, Mytoge Mtn. Road, South of the Border Bouldering)
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Forest Floor (V0, Boulder, Backyard Boulder)
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Tree Hugger (V1, Boulder, Backyard Boulder)
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Pine Cone (V2, Boulder, Backyard Boulder)
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Bark Bite (V3, Boulder, Backyard Boulder)
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Root System (V4, Boulder, Backyard Boulder)
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