The Watchman Zion Climbing Guide

A curated route guide to The Watchman Zion.

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The Watchman Zion Climbing Guide

The Watchman offers some of Zion's most accessible yet challenging climbing, with everything from mellow scrambles to world-class boulder problems. The area is known for its solid Navajo sandstone and relatively short approaches, making it perfect for day sessions. Note that climbing regulations in Zion can be strict, so check current permit requirements before heading out.

Classic Routes

The must-do lines that define the area. These range from casual scrambles to quality moderate boulder problems, offering something for every session and skill level.

Routes

Intermediate Routes (5.10–5.11)

Perfect for pushing your grade or getting comfortable on Zion sandstone. These routes offer quality movement on good rock without the full commitment of the park's bigger walls.

Routes

Hard Routes (5.12+ / V10+)

Serious business for strong climbers. The trad routes demand solid 5.12 skills, while the boulder problems are world-class testpieces that have attracted top talent from around the globe.

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