rock climbing

Garrapata State Beach

On the south end of Garrapata, a series of 15- to 20-foot cliffs rising from the sandy beach offer a great chance for beginners and more advanced climbers to hone their climbing skills. Highway 1, six miles south of Carmel.

Pinnacles National Monument

Primeval spires and volcanic crags offer a range of challenges to serious rock climbers in an otherworldly, thoroughly fascinating locale. Pinnacles also offers great hiking and cave exploring. Highway 146 (west entrance), east of Soledad, 389-4485. East to Hollister, south on 25, east on 146 to east entrance.

Sanctuary Rock Gym

If the weather’s bad, try indoor climbing at Sanctuary Rock Gym, where more than 5,000 square feet of indoor sculpted climbing terrain and a 30-foot faux-rock peak await. Retail shop, rock climbing classes and trips available. 1855A East, Sand City, 899-2595. www.rockgym.com.

(resources)

  • Big 5 Sporting Goods | 1000 Northridge Shopping Center, Salinas, 449-6767 2259 N. Fremont Blvd., Monterey, 375-8800
  • Outdoor World | 2222 N. Fremont Blvd., 373-3615
 
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