Trip Planning
Idaho Climbing Itineraries
Planned by climbers, not travel writers. Each itinerary includes day-by-day beta, gear lists, approach logistics, and honest notes on what to expect.
City of Rocks Weekend — Crack Climbing Intro
The definitive Idaho climbing weekend for intermediate climbers. Two days at City of Rocks covering Elephant Rock on Day 1 (classic cracks) and Breadloaves on Day 2 (varied terrain). Camp on-site, wake up to coffee with views of the spires, and climb until the light fails.
Boise After-Work — Black Cliffs Sport Climbing
The classic Boise after-work session. Leave the office at 4PM, be at the base of Black Cliffs by 4:30, climb until dark. Grab dinner on the way home. No car camping required.
Sawtooth 3-Day — Elephant's Perch with Sawtooth Mountain Guides
The full Elephant's Perch experience: arrive in Stanley, acclimatize with a skills day, then climb all 8 pitches of the Mountaineer's Route the next morning with Sawtooth Mountain Guides. Return to Redfish Lake Lodge for a well-earned dinner with a lake view.
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