Lake Tahoe Rock Climbing

The Lake Tahoe Basin and surrounding area has a wealth of rock climbing areas for climbers of all skill levels and disciplines. Flawless Sierra granite, pocketed volcanic tuft, and glassy basalt provide plenty of climbing variety throughout the basin. Whether you prefer face or cracks, sport or trad, bouldering or multi-pitching, Lake Tahoe has the perfect climbs for you.

Be sure to check out the Rock Climbing Lake Tahoe Guidebook by Falcon Guide for the best Lake Tahoe climbing guidebook. This book provides topos and route information for all of the best climbing in Tahoe.

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Donner Summit The largest climbing area in the region is Donner Summit, located off old Highway 40 west of Truckee more details »	Eagle Creek Canyon This canyon lies above Emerald Bay, providing some of the prettiest climbing vistas in the area more details »	Lover's Leap Lover's Leap is a very popular place to climb because it offers easy access, great classic climbing and short approaches more details »	Pie Shop The Pie Shop is a very popular cragging area close by South Lake Tahoe more details »
Twin Crags Just north of Tahoe City on Highway 89. This is a good beginner area for those looking to gain some experience more details »	Squaw Valley Olympic Anniversary T-Shirt $17.99 Add to Cart