Rodellar, tucked into the Sierra de Guara in Aragón, is one of Europe’s premier limestone sport climbing destinations. Famous for its sweeping tufas, dramatic caves, and athletic endurance routes, the area draws climbers from around the world, especially in summer when the deep canyons provide shade and a vibrant international scene. Style • Steep, overhanging limestone with long stamina pitches • Powerful tufa climbing, knee-bars, and technical roof sequences • Grades typically from 6b to 9a+, with concentration in the 7c–8c range Best Season • Summer: Shade in the Mascún canyon keeps conditions climbable despite the heat • Spring/Autumn: Cooler temps and less crowded, though some walls seep Notable Sectors • Gran Bóveda – Iconic tufa cathedral with pumpy endurance lines • Las Ventanas – Striking arch formations, photogenic and steep • La Surgencia – Diverse routes, including mid-grade classics Practical Info • Access: 2–3 hrs drive from Zaragoza. Approach trails lead directly from the village into the Mascún gorge • Village: Small but lively in summer; climber-friendly bars, camping, and hostels • Rest Days: Canyoning, hiking, or swimming in the turquoise Mascún river Character Rodellar is not just a climbing spot but a summer community hub—social, scenic, and physically demanding. Expect big moves, big pump, and a lot of kneebar rests.

One of the Kootenay's newest climbing areas is tucked away just out of sight from the busy vacation spot of Rosen Lake, close to Jaffray. This steep limestone crag features nearly twenty moderate to difficult sport routes.

'Kangaroo Point', affectionately known to locals as 'KP', is Brisbane's outdoor climbing gym. It is one of the most user-friendly crags around, with gigantic concrete bollards at the top of the 20m high cliff face for setting up anchors. Perfectly flat grass awaits your bouldering falls. Free barbeques lay in ready for your post(and pre?)-climb feast. Night lights allow you to climb into the wee hours of the morning. The river awaits your...hmm...actually, don't worry about the river. Caked-on chalk, climbers on top-ropes galore, a few chipped holds and bolts, bolts, bolts. Get it into ya! Since almost every square metre of 'KP' rock is utilised, the routes are of widely varying quality. The crag is most popular with top roping beginners who do low quality routes in the 14-17 bracket. Most of the better climbing is found on grade 20+ routes. The rock is Volcanic Tuff (like Smith Rocks in the US). The majority of routes are bolted face climbs. There are a few cracks around, but they are rare and not particularly inspiring. Generally, the rock has a quarried texture and is often sandy. The main wall of 'KP' is one long continuous face without any easily definable sections, the exception being the creekbed, bridge and vegetation of the waterfall which divides 'Left Main Wall' from 'Right Main Wall'. One quick way of orientating yourself is to use the numbered lightboxes spaced along the base at regular intervals. The climbs have been grouped into sections based on these lightboxes. Climbs in all areas are listed left to right. Many of the bolts at 'KP' are newer ring bolts (RB in the descriptions). There are also fixed hangers (FH), as well as some carrot bolts (BR) for which bolt plates are required. Most, though not all, of the sports routes have double bolt belays (DBB) for lowering off. Bollards and rings at the top allow for easy top roping, although a large section of the 'Right Main Wall' is inaccessible due to thick vegetation. Of note if you're planning to lead rope solo, there are bolted ground anchors at the base of 'Pass The Bosch', 'Prickles', 'Kiwi', 'Idiot Wind' and 'Pterodactyl' . There's also a bolted belay halfway up 'Kass' for practicing multipitch. The bolts are maintained by the volunteers of Safer Cliffs Queensland, funded entirely by donations from climbers. The cliffs face northwest and become scorching hot when the summer sun hits them mid morning, so climb early or in the evening under lights. Outside the summer months climbing is pleasant all day. The rock dries quickly after rain due to the direct sun. It's easy to be lulled into a false sense of safety at 'KP' with such easy access and all its facilities. However, it is still a cliff and falls of (often large) rocks occur not infrequently. Serious injuries have occurred. Treat 'KP' with respect and always wear your helmet.

Couples Therapy is the lowest wall in Echo Canyon, first explored by Ian and Chris Perry in the early 2000's, and then abandoned until the summer of 2019 when Bonar McCallum and Lea Juszkiewicz decided to put some effort into developing it, and named it Couples Therapy wall. Routes are typically 25 - 35 meters long, ranging from vertical to slab, with some roofs interspersed. This west facing wall is in shade almost all day, making it a great summer hangout.

A small area with excellent, hard sandstone, and a handful of satisfyingly steep lines. A great little zone to work some projects during the summer months. Like all sandstone areas, though, stay away after extended rainfall or during the spring (when it seeps, and the rock is weak).

The first big bouldering area at constitution hill. Big granite slide under the sport and trad crags. This slide is home to a few super classic boulders in the v6-v7 range, and lots of great harder and easier lines to be had as well! This whole slide gets super hot in the summer but dries out fast during the shoulder seasons. Futuro is much cooler during the summer months. Highlights of this area are ZigZag and Toehook Cave.

This is a delightful shaded little box canyon that lies 30m beyond where the trail heads right up to the rising wall for Morning Side Crag from the creek drainage. The small venue is named after a very “BIG” spider and it’s web that were hanging out back in 2016 just left of what Andy Genereux thought would to be the first climb established at this newer venue. Turned out the route might actually one of the oldest climbs at the Moose Mountain Crags? During the early fall of 2016 the first four routes were established by Andy. Initially out of the gate, was the obvious water polished groove, done on lead with a power drill via rope soloing techniques. The line climbs the right side of the obvious polished water chute. It’s called Itsy Bitsy Spider. According to Allan Derbyshire this climb was actually first climbed on marginal trad gear (graded 5.8, “old school” with a possible ground fall potential) back in the late seventies. There was a lone badly hand-drilled self drive bolt with a homemade hanger at the belay (still in place). Andy thought this ugly badly drilled bolt was a residual anchor leftover from passing ice climbers. Allan also mentioned that the wide moss covered chimney/crack on the left side of the bay was also climbed on gear to reach a two piton anchor at roughly 30m, located below a small roof. Details on this line are few but this wide crack line for now is called Trad Special and is included for a more complete picture of the available climbing at this venue. If this wide gapping dirty crack/chimney appeals then bring a well stocked trad-rack. The remaining climbs established at this venue all went in top down requiring extensive cleaning. The routes were then rope soloed by Genereux while building these lines over two seasons at Spider Brook. All the routes at Spider Brook are located in a shady mostly north facing recessed pocket for much of the year this shady sector sees virtually no direct sunlight. This makes for a good venue to avoid the heat of mid-summer. It houses some nice moderate climbing and is a great place to hang out if one is waiting for the nearby east facing Morning Side Crag to come into shade on blistering hot summer mornings. This is usually around 1:30 pm.

Skaha is one of the best sport climbing destinations in Canada. The rock is well featured gneiss and easily accessible. The "bluffs" are a sport climbers dream due to their proximity to the parking lot. Skaha has something for every ability and style of climber-- 5.6 to 5.14, slab to roofs-- Skaha has it all. Skaha also boasts some of the best year-round climbing weather in Canada. Moderate fall and spring temperatures bring climbers from all over the world. While some consider summer too hot for climbing in the Okanagan, it is not difficult to find shade due to the orientation of the bluffs to the sun. All of the west facing walls are great in the morning and the east facing great for afternoons. Lastly, it is not uncommon for climbers to be seen at the beach in Penticton or Okanagan falls for an afternoon swim before heading back for an evening session at one of the many spectacular walls that Skaha has to offer.

Ciénega de Gonzales is a quiet little mountain town. The stores are only open Friday through Sunday. So bring supplies as it is more expensive up here. The main areas are easily accessed through 10-50 minutes hikes. La palma gets morning shade as well as the main areas. But afternoon shade come to the main areas as well after about 1-3pm depending on the time of the year. Hot in summer, cold in winter. Mosquitoes and gnats are an issue and there isn't much water in town. Tread lightly as there are many user groups in the area. The big side by sides are horrible. A nice change from Protrero and much better if you can climb above 5.11.

This is a summer bouldering zone in a sensitive mountain ecosystem. Best time to visit is July and August. Climbing is possible before/after depending on weather but bears use the corridor frequently during the shoulder season and should be given a wide berth. Please tread carefully on the forest, use the faint trail system as much as possible and be mindful of the native flora when opening new problems.

Qld’s hardest crag- coolum cave hosts the majority of hard climbs in the state. The climbing is powerful, pumpy, full body and core intensive. The rock is absolutely stunning bullet hard Volcanic rock with many horns and Stalactites throughout the cave. Bring your kneebar pads and best steep shoes for heel hooks. There's not many other crags in south east Queensland where you can climb in the shade in summer. Because of this, local climbers have been almost forced to climb here, regardless of ability. And given there's not any easy routes at the cliff, Mt Coolum is transforming the local climbing populace into steep-thugging, kneebar-wielding, sloper-crushing mutants! Projects of yesteryear are today's warm-up's and today's projects are, well, futuristic! Unlike many other crags of this type, the local scene is friendly, welcoming and encouraging. Come and join us for a dangle!

A nice alternative to the Nut Tree Boulders of Vacaville, though not nearly as large. The creek helps to keep things cool during the summer. The down side of this is abundant poison oak, found from the road to the water. "There are 3 main boulders here. Just below the parking pullout is the Roadside Boulder, we did not climb there. As you head down the obvious trail look for the spurs that cut left into the trees. First you will pass a smaller less steep boulder with a couple of problems. The next boulder you come to is the Heavy Metal Boulder and is quite large, there is a rock shelf below the river side (steeper) of the boulder. The last boulder, the Purgatory Boulder sits right on and partially in the creek, the steeper face, faces the road and the bulging face is on the downstream side of the boulder."

Volcanic Sandstone infused with Quartz. Some problems date back to The 1970’s. The style is technical/powerful mostly over large bulges. Landings are generally very flat and the forest stays quite shaded and cool even in summer, all under 15mins hike from the Carpark.

These columnar basalt columns and crack climbs are perched above the Aberdeen Plateau (50.08.38.27N - 119.01.37.46W) about 20km south-east of Vernon, British Columbia. They face west at an elevation of 1350m. It is a short, 5 minute hike from 18km on the Aberdeen - Goat FSR to the crag. Developed columnar basalt climbing is somewhat unique in Central BC (and Canada) and provides good local training for harder crack climbing destinations. Aberdeen is ideal on hot summer mornings or spring and fall afternoons. There are now 130+ steep columnar basalt crack climbs ranging in height from 10m to 22m with grades from 5.3 to 5.11c. Most clmbs are in the 5.9 to 5.10 range. The rock is solid and provides quality cam and nut placements. There are no bolted climbs and most routes have been climbed onsite ground-up. Popular climbs are clean, less travelled routes may still have some loose rock and lichen. There are numerous bolted stations. The Aberdeen Guidebook is located under the Files section on the Aberdeen Columns group on Facebook for more information.

Lower Arrow Lake near Castlegar, B.C. Micro climate similar to the South Okanagan. Epic boulders reminiscent of Icicle Creek in Leavenworth. Lots of route potential and many small high quality crags. Sunny long seasons, and unbearable in the summer unless your climbing at Tulip Falls.

Mt. Habrich is a granite horn east of Squamish. Despite a fairly lengthy approach, some routes on Mt. Habrich are quite popular with with multiple parties not uncommon on summer weekends. The rock is well featured and generally very good quality, and the views are spectacular both on route and from the summit.

Mulvehill Creek Bridge These northerly facing cliffs are hidden in the forest, steep above the wild rushing water of the Mulvehill Creek. This is a perfect area for hot summer days.

The Chillhaus is skaha’s premier bouldering destination. The rock is high quality with many textured edges, and problems ranging from V0 to Vhard. Many of the cave/overhang problems stay cool, even in the heat of summer

The Glenwood Erratic is a large glacial erratic located about an hour and a half southwest of Lethbridge. The boulder is roughly the shape of a cube, about 18 feet high with a flat top and nice landings. The sides of the boulder are mostly vertical, so most of the 30 or so problems are in the easy to moderate range. Access The boulder is located on private land, but the owners do not mind people visiting it. Please be respectful so that bouldering can continue here. Seasons Spring, summer and fall will offer the best conditions. Early spring may you may find the tall side (northeast) a tad swampy as the boulder is located in somewhat of a depression.

If you like bouldering on solid granitic rock, Sutton Creek, on Vancouver Island, is definitely a place to check out. The boulders are a short drive between Port Alberni and Tofino, and with only 30-second approaches are very accessible. There are over 40 established problems and at least 100 more waiting to be cleaned and climbed. The climbing varies from slopers, crimps, heel hooks, dynos etc.... Many of the problems are gently overhanging with sloping mantle top-outs. The south aspect is superb for fall, winter and spring bouldering. But mid-summer temperatures are almost too hot to climb. The mornings and late afternoons are the best times to climb in the heat when it is possible to find shade from adjacent boulders. [NEW GUIDE DRAFT - CLICK HERE](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IwJSaiED_cSOm4FVZ10ee6XgZ_9SOybB/view?usp=sharing)

Cougar Canyon Bouldering: The main concentration of the bouldering here is in the Moss Hollow/Down Under area which is located hidden amongst the trees in the middle of the canyon. The Alice Boulder is another recent discovery that is a few minute’s walk from the main area that hosts many other great problems. Since last fall lots of new problems and development has been going on, it seems like the potential is endless for those with a keen eye. There are a few problems scattered about the area that are not covered in this guide solely because they are spread way out and the information is limited . The rock here is Monashee Gneiss, so it tends to be really featured and grippy, every once and a while you will encounter some loose stuff (especially if on the bigger rope routes) but most of the boulder problems in this guide are on the good solid stuff. Bouldering is a great social way of climbing, and can be great training for big routes. Get out and give it a shot, the landing are mainly good here, and the atmosphere can be very refreshing on a hot summer day!! Be safe, use good spotting techniques and pads, and try to leave a lasting impression.

Wall has 7 very good completed sport routes with a couple of Nanaimo classics. Rock is solid basalt. Cottle hill is small but high. in the shape of an amphitheater and receives some sun on summer days.

The Roost has 12 completed sport, mixed, and trad routes on moderate to solid basalt. Wall faces South and gets a lot of sun on summer days.

Skid row is a masterpiece and a masterclass in crag development. As much care and thought has gone into the trail making as the route bolting. There is a wide staging area complete with stone benches, under one of which lives a little mouse! Great moderate routes abound and most are very clean as of July 2017. A great first intro to the magical feeling that pervades the Crest Creek Crags and nice, shady spot on a hot summer day.

Old country is densely populated with a good variety of problems ranging from V0 to V10. However, the season for this area, like much of the Glen, can be limited as it stays fairly wet in the spring and gets very hot in the summer when the forest begins to trap in the humidity. Beware of Poison Ivy scattered throughout this area.

Tucked into the mossy forest at the base of the Chief, the Grand Wall Boulders form the heart of Squamish bouldering. A short stroll from the main parking lot brings you into a maze of granite blocks scattered beneath towering walls. The setting is shaded, cool, and alive with the sound of ravens and rushing water—perfect conditions for long summer sessions. If you only have one day to boulder in Squamish, this is where you should start. With hundreds of problems in every style and grade, the Grand Wall Boulders deliver a complete taste of Squamish granite in a single compact playground.

An impressive outcropping of natural gritstone, in an exposed hilltop setting. I think it is in fact the highest natural grit outcrop, and even has some multipitch routes! The crag faces West for the most part and gets afternoon sun. It can get very hot here on summer days, but a good breeze can keep it fresh. In winter months it gets any wind going, so can be bitterly cold! It tends to acquire a green coat over the winter, but dries out well as the weather warms up.

Located about 7km up the Silver Skagit road on the hillside east of Silver Lake. Spaced across the steep hillside in a dense forest. Spring and Fall are prime conditions. Summer is possible but warm and buggy.

Mt. Colonel Foster is Vancouver Island’s unrivalled alpine climbing mecca and home to the Island’s most challenging winter and summer alpine routes. The mountain is located in a dramatic cirque near the head of the Elk River, a major tributary of the Campbell River. ‘The Colonel’ has a dramatic 1,000m (3,300 ft) north east face which plummets, from a serrated summit ridge of six distinct peaks, in a series of well-defined buttresses and plumb-line couloirs. The routes up these features are of a scale comparable to any major alpine peak and it is fair to say Mt. Colonel Foster is home to some of Canada’s finest alpine climbs. First Ascent: Michael Walsh June 1968

A BC Parks campground is located in the pleasant forest below the Bulletheads on the Chief. This is a popular place for climbers to stay in the summer since it's close to a lot of good climbing. If you pitch your tent check out the boulders in this zone - there are some very worthwhile problems.