Explore

AMGA Certified Guides
All Gear Included
Adventure of a Lifetime

Where the Fun Really Begins! (Ages 5 and Up)

Take your climbing and fun to the next level! Our six-hour Explore Climbing course is a private, custom course for families with kids, beginners and skilled rock climbers alike. Our guides will tailor the climbing experience to your level! During a six-hour Explore Climbing course, our climbing guides will meet you at the South Dakota Outdoor Shop in Custer, South Dakota at 7:45 am. Your guide will outfit you with all the necessary climbing equipment for your day. You will then travel to Sylvan Lake (roughly 12 minutes, transportation not provided), where a variety of climbing venues are available. Your guide will assess your skill level, and create a customized climbing adventure just for your party. If you want to climb as many summits as possible during your day, your guide will make that happen. Or if you would like to spend your day focusing on hard skills such as building anchors, placing trad gear, and becoming a more technical rock climber, your guide can do that as well. The important thing to remember is that this day is customized for YOU!

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

The meeting location and time for Palisades State Park courses will be specified in the trip confirmation email.

Locations

Custer State Park
Palisades State Park

Agenda

Skills Review
Routes Tailored to Ability
Learn to Rappel

Climbers Per Guide

3:1 maximum Custer State Park
4:1 maximum Palisades State Park

Pricing

Custer State Park
1 climber = $300
2 climbers = $225 / climber
3 climbers = $210 / climber
4 climbers = $225 / climber
5 climbers = $210 / climber
Groups 6+ = $200 / climber

Palisades State Park
1 climber = $275
2-4 climbers = $200 / climber

Notes

All Equipment is provided.
Ages 5 and up, Parent or guardian MUST be present!
For parties of 4+ 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

Jeff took me and my best friend out in the Black Hills in South Dakota, and we absolutely loved it! Felt safe, secure, learned a lot, and had a blast. Thanks, Sylvan Rocks!

5 stars

This was such a great experience! Great place to learn the ropes. They teach you proper climbing techniques and Much more! Good for all ages and well worth the price. The employees are also friendly and resourceful.

5 stars

Brandon and Jeff were phenomenal guides. I was with Jeff for day two in Custer and Summit Day on Devils Tower. He was knowledgeable, patient, encouraging, and enhanced the experience. Safety was their priority number 1 and I did not feel unsafe at any given point. I would highly recommend Sylvan Rocks Climbing School to anyone looking to climb in the Black Hills.

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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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