Rock Canyon Climbing Guide

A curated route guide to Rock Canyon in Utah County.

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Rock Canyon Climbing Guide

Rock Canyon is one of Utah County’s best “I have 3 hours, let’s go climb” spots — close enough to Provo that you can still pretend you’re responsible, but steep enough to make you forget that idea immediately. This page is just the curated hits: good routes, spread across different walls, with zero geology rabbit holes.

Beginner-Friendly Routes (5.6–5.9)

If you’re newer, shaking off rust, or bringing a friend who says “I used to climb” (dangerous sentence), this is the safest place to start. Mostly friendly movement, reasonable grades, and solid “first Rock Canyon day” picks.

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Intermediate Routes (5.10–5.11)

This is the “okay, I’m actually trying today” zone. Expect more sustained climbing and more moments where you suddenly care about footwork.

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Classic / Iconic Routes

If it’s your first (or fifth) time in Rock Canyon, these are the routes that make the place feel like Rock Canyon. These are the “don’t leave without doing at least one” picks.

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Epic / Long Routes

These are for when you want more than a quick crag lap — multi-pitch time, bigger position, and that “we’re committed now” feeling. Pack more water than you think. (Yes, even in January. Utah is rude like that.)

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Hard Routes (5.12+)

For when you’re trying to get absolutely humbled (on purpose). These are legit Rock Canyon testpieces — powerful, technical, and very good at exposing excuses.

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