Adventure

AMGA Certified Guides
All Gear Included
Adventure of a Lifetime

More Fun and Awesome Views (Ages 5 and Up)

Arguably the most fun course we offer! By choosing an eight-hour Adventure Climbing course, you will get a private day with your guide, and have the opportunity to climb some of the more exciting and larger formations in our area, such as the Cathedral Spires. During an eight-hour Adventure Climbing course, our climbing guides will meet you at the South Dakota Outdoor Shop in Custer, South Dakota. Your guide will outfit you with all the necessary climbing equipment for your day, and talk to you about your experience, skill level, and desired outcomes for the day. After your guide selects a climbing destination that best matches your skills and desires, you will then travel to one of several different climbing locations located in Custer State Park or Mount Rushmore National Memorial (transportation not provided). For Adventure Climbing courses at Devils Tower, meeting arrangements will be finalized in advance.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to climb more summits than any of our other course offerings. Our eight-hour Adventure Climbing course also allows more time to hone your technical skills, such as lead climbing or self/partner rescue.

Ages 5 and up, parent or guardian MUST be present!

NOTE: Our Adventure Climbing courses at Devils Tower DO NOT include trips to the summit. If you want to summit Devils Tower, check out our Devils Tower Blitz courses.

Locations

Custer State Park
The Needles of Mount Rushmore
Devils Tower

Agenda

Skills Review
Routes Tailored to Ability
Longer Routes + Better Views
Learn to Rappel

Climbers Per Guide

3:1 maximum

Pricing

Custer State Park or
The Needles of Mount Rushmore
1 climber = $400
2 climbers = $335 / climber
3 climbers = $315 / climber
4 climbers = $335 / climber
5 climbers = $315 /climber
Groups 6+ = $300 / climber

Devils Tower (Non Summit)
1 climber = $500
2 climbers = $425 / climber
3 climbers = $400 / climber

Notes

All Equipment is provided.
Ages 5 and up, Parent or guardian MUST be present!
For parties of 4+ or for Devils Tower trips please call to book your adventure.

Your Adventure Awaits

1. Schedule

Book online or call us to schedule the perfect adventure.
2. Instruction

Feel confident with certified instructors.
3. Climbing

Enjoy an adventure of a lifetime!

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5 stars

We booked a lesson and guided climb on our recent trip to the Black Hills, and LOVED it. I'm a solo dad with three kids (14,12,7) with almost no climbing experience. Our guide, Chris, was exceptional in keeping things on a very beginner level for us, but giving the kids a ton of confidence in what they were doing on the climb (Chris mentioned he's been doing this for 21 years!). On the way home my 12-year-old daughter was literally checking out where she can get into rock climbing in the Twin Cities, she enjoyed it so much. Plus, we climbed at Sylvan Lake, which is an incredibly beautiful setting. Booking was easy. Pricing was very reasonable for a half-day experience, and I mean... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ everything in the Black Hills is "tourist pricing," so if you're going to penny pinch, maybe don't come to the Black Hills. Could not have been happier with the experience, and we will definitely be back.

5 stars

My best friend and I are novice climbers from Tennessee, and we wanted to climb Devils Tower. Jeff took us through a great introductory course at Custer State Park, and slowly built us up. The next day, we were able to summit the tower. Jeff is incredibly knowledgeable, safe, and fun to be around. As you can imagine, this climb is a stressful event, but Jeff kept us motivated. I could not recommend Sylvan Rocks more. Fantastic experience. I will likely be back with my family again.

5 stars

Our family of six had a blast with our Sylvan Rocks. They make everyone comfortable and listen to the needs and desires of everyone in the group. A great time for everyone at any level!

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.

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