Kanab Area Climbing Climbing Guide

A curated route guide to Kanab Area Climbing.

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Kanab Area Climbing Climbing Guide

The Kanab area offers solid sandstone climbing with a mix of traditional cracks, sport routes, and quality bouldering scattered across several crags. It's a great spot for climbers looking to escape the crowds while still finding varied terrain, though note that Port of Entry Crag is currently closed to climbing. The area sees less traffic than nearby Zion, making it perfect for a quieter climbing experience.

Classic Routes

The must-do routes that define the Kanab climbing experience. These are the ones locals will ask if you've climbed and visiting climbers consistently rave about.

Routes

Beginner Routes (5.6–5.9)

Perfect for building confidence on sandstone and getting familiar with the area's rock quality. These routes offer everything from mellow trad leads to introductory sport climbing, plus some approachable boulder problems.

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Intermediate Routes (5.10a–5.10d)

The meat and potatoes of Kanab climbing. These routes will keep you busy for multiple sessions and showcase the area's best moderate climbing on both gear and bolts.

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Hard Routes (5.11+)

For when you're ready to test yourself on Kanab's steeper terrain. These routes demand solid technique and fitness, with some quality boulder problems mixed in.

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