Black Hills Rock Climbing Adventures

Guiding confidently Since 1989

Sylvan Rocks is the longest operating guide service in the area, and the only guide service in South Dakota and Northeast Wyoming accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA).

AMGA Certified Guides
All Gear Included
Adventure of a Lifetime

Climbing for Everyone

Adventures from Mild to Wild

Climb Devils Tower

#1 Ranked with over 300 happy Reviews

5 stars

What a fantastic morning!! Our family of 4 (two 40 something parents, 9 and 12 year old kids) did the 4 hr trip at Sylvan Lake and everyone had a blast. The guides seemed to have the perfect balance of encouragement, teaching, and gently nudging each of us out of our comfort zones. Highly recommend if you have adventurous, fearless kids.

5 stars

Had an INCREDIBLE 1st time climb ever with Doug! Kept it interesting for the varying levels of our group and super friendly! Thanks Doug!

5 stars

This place was amazing. My daughter (age: 7) and I loved climbing with them. Our guide was super knowledgeable and amazing with our daughter!!!! Will definitely climb with them again!

The Highest Standards

Accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association

As the only AMGA Accredited Guide Service in the area, we are committed to a high standard of climbing professionalism. The AMGA is an internationally recognized association offering courses, exams and certifications designed to certify guides and instructors as well as accredit businesses.