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

Brandon was amazing, very conscious of everyone's safety, and great working with our group of 3 ages 8-67! A memorable day and so glad we did the 6 hour day in Custer State Park! The highlight of our trip and highly recommend!!

5 stars

Phenomenal service! Took a 3-day climbing trip. Brandon, Zayne and Ryan are all fantastic guides. They had everything we needed and took us on a ton of amazing climbs through multiple parks. I highly recommend Sylvan Rocks Climbing School for your next climbing adventure.

5 stars

My husband and I climbed with our 3 kids (10, 8, 7). Chris and Darryl were fantastic guides - they provided everything we needed (even offered up an extra raincoat for my daughter!). They were very calm and patient with the kids, encouraging them each step of the way. When we got rained out, they graciously rescheduled. Overall - exceeded our expectations!