BoulderingList
✦ City guide

Climbing in
Denver

Everything you need to know about climbing in Denver, United States — 4 gyms across bouldering, top rope, and lead, plus practical info on classes, gear, and costs.

Gyms
4
Bouldering
4
Top rope
3
Lead
3
✦ Overview

Denver has 4 climbing gyms in our directory, covering 4 bouldering, 3 top-rope, and 3 lead climbing venues.

Major chains operating in the city include: The Spot, Movement.

✦ Find a gym

Where to start

✦ Practical info

What it costs, what to bring

Section 01
Costs
Day passes in Denver typically cost £12-25. Memberships range £45-80/month. Shoe rental £5-8 per visit. Introductory classes (with all gear) cost £25-50.
Section 02
Gear rental
2 gyms rent climbing gear in Denver. If you're new, you can climb with nothing of your own — gym shoes and chalk cover everything you need to start.
Section 03
Classes & instruction
3 gyms offer classes in Denver — anything from a 1-hour belay test to multi-week introductory courses. Belay tests are required at every gym before climbing on the ropes.
Section 04
Best time to go
Weekday mornings (10:00-14:00) are the quietest. Tuesday-Thursday evenings 17:00-21:00 and weekend afternoons are the busiest. Most Denver gyms post live occupancy data online.
✦ FAQ

Common questions

Denver has 4 climbing gyms in our directory. 4 offer bouldering, 3 offer top rope, and 3 offer lead climbing.

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