ROCK WALL
Wall Routes
Our wall is constructed to look and feel like natural rock. Besides the various shaped material holds, there are many natural features of our wall to utilize as well. Routes are set to utilize, one or both of these options
Belay Certification
We have 7 top-rope anchors on 7 stations 3 auto-belay, and bouldering on our wall. We also have lead climbing anchors are available upon request.
Want to learn how to belay like our staff? Our Belay Certification Class is designed for members who want to learn how to belay and get their belay certification for use when climbing in our facility with a partner. Participants will receive instruction, practice and testing.
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Participants must be 14 years of age or older to take this class. This instruction is offered by request.
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Belay Certification Class
This class is designed for members who want to learn how to belay and get their belay certification for use when climbing in our facility with a partner.
Age: 14+
Fee: Members: $25 Non-Members $50
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Belay Certification Test
This free test is designed for members 14+ who want to get their belay certification for use when climbing in our facility with a partner. Prerequisite: Previous belay experience is required and climber must pass a belay test.
Age: 14+
Fee: Free
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Climbing Wall
Our climbing wall is 40 feet high with multiple paths and difficulties to the top. The wall is set up to accommodate a weight of 35 to 310 pounds and all skill levels. We offer two different styles of climbing - auto belaying and manual belaying with a certified staff.
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Each climber will have to sign our mandatory waiver and pick up a waiver card at the service desk in order to climb. Climbers must wear tennis shoes or proper climbing shoes while climbing.
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Children 8 and under MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the rock wall area.
Hours​
M-F: 4PM - 9PM
SAT: 11AM - 6PM
SUN: 12PM - 6PM
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Vertical Mile Challenge
Climb the 40' wall 150 times and receive a Vertical Mile T-Shirt. Youth will also receive a free meal coupon courtesy of Badlands restaurant Ask a climbing wall staff to get started!
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Climbing Classes
Lead Climbing Class
Lead climbing allows you to chart a new course up the cliff face and push yourself physically and mentally in ways that you can’t when top roping. You will learn the skills needed to lead climb as well as lead belay. Climber must have the ability to climb a 5.9 route completely clean.
Age: 16+
Fee: Members: $45 Non-Members $90
Multi-Pitch Class
Multi-pitch climbing is the ascent of climbing routes with one or more stops at a belay station. The leader ascends the pitch, placing gear and stopping to anchor themselves to the belay station. You will learn the skills needed to climb a multi-pitch route and more. Climber must be lead belay certified.
Age: 18+
Fee: Members: $45 Non-Members $90