Our Guides

AMGA Certified Guides
All Gear Included
Adventure of a Lifetime

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).

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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5 stars

Jeff was an excellent guide for a group that included kids 6-10 years old. He helped a few work through some fear and frustration. Everyone grew through the day. Could not have been happier. We’ll be back.

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

Our guide Brandon was incredible and was so fun to share stories with! Getting to climb and rappel at Sylvan Lake was one of the most incredible and beautiful experiences I’ve ever had, there’s nothing else like it.If I ever decide to go rock climbing again, I will definitely choose Sylvan Rocks 💯💯.