Learn To Lead Climb!
Castle Rock State Park

Trip Details

Class Description: Climb your first lead routes in a safe and fun setting. This one day course will cover important aspects of leading traditional climbing routes. Special emphasis will be put on the safe use of traditional gear, and all of your gear placements will be critiqued by your instructor. Other areas covered include runner and quickdraw use, clipping, lead belaying, and rope management. A top-rope belay will allow you to learn and practice your leading skills with confidence.

What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothes for cold and hot weather
• Shoes or boots with good traction
• 2-3 quarts of water
• Food (sandwich, fruit, energy bars)
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Eyeglasses / Sunglasses keeper straps
• Medium size backpack to carry your items

Optional: Any personal climbing gear that you would like to use for your class. Gear will be inspected and approved by your guide on the day of the course.

Level: For intermediate climbers and those that have taken the Intermediate Rock Climbing course.

Time: 9:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM.

Outback Adventures Provides:

• All essential climbing gear.
• Safety equipment (helmets, etc.)
• Experienced, friendly guides

Directions from San Jose: From San Jose take Highway 85 north to the Saratoga Ave exit. Turn left (southwest) and follow the road through downtown Saratoga. Once in downtown Saratoga you will be on Highway 9. Continue on Highway 9 until you reach the stop sign at the summit. Turn left onto Skyline Blvd. Follow the road for a few miles. The park will be located on your right. Please allow yourself at least 40 minutes to get to Castle Rock after exiting Highway 85. Last food and gas is located in downtown Saratoga.

Meeting Place: Meet just outside the main parking lot at Castle Rock State Park. If you park in the parking lot you will have to pay a $6 day use fee.