Indian Creek, also known as “Crack City”, is a truly seminal climbing spot. With over 1,000 varied routes ranging from 5.9 to 5.12, anyone can master the art of the crack here. However, the climbing progression is only a part of this adventure. Off the rocks, you’ll enjoy yoga, a Thai massage, and life coaching sessions meant to soothe both body and mind and prep you for the climbs ahead. Nights will be spent in the Needles Outpost campground, which blends the rustic ruggedness of the desert with modern conveniences like showers, running water, and a general store. Explore awe-inspiring landscapes, connect with like-minded women, and grow from climber to crusher in Indian Creek. Find out why Indian Creek is the home of the best crack climbing from Cody Bradford, AMGA-certified rock guide and 57hours ambassador.
Join your AMGA-certified rock guide for a three-day crack climbing and wellness retreat in the stunning Indian Creek. Learn the fundamentals of crack climbing, hone your technical climbing skills, and take on new challenges in the company of like-minded women. Spend your time off the rocks in the cozy Needles Outpost, and enjoy a Thai massage, yoga, delicious food, and conversations with a life coach!
Arrive at your campsite in the Needles Outpost by 4 pm, check in, and get settled. Take the chance to meet the group and get an overview of the retreat, setting the goals and intentions for the climbs. Afterward, shake off the pains of travel with a Thai massage! Enjoy your dinner on your own or as a group, and hit the sack early—you’ll need to be well-rested for the climbs to come!
After breakfast, participate in a warm-up and some morning meditation. Today’s your first full day of climbing, and you’ll mostly be working on your crack climbing technique with your guide. Wrap up your time on the rocks with a debrief and a discussion of your crack climbing goals and intentions. Conclude the day with some sunset yoga and a delicious dinner.
Kick off your final day with breakfast, a warm-up, and some meditation. Time for some more crack work—fingers, hands, fists, off sizes, and more! After a final light yoga session, finish your tour up with a closing circle debrief and processing.
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.
We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Indian Creek, UT, please refer to Utah’s COVID-19 travel information.
Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!
What you get on this adventure:
What’s not included:
This crack climbing retreat is meant for women with a climbing background and excellent fitness levels. You will be taking on strenuous climbs rated at 5.9 or above for two full days, learning the fundamentals of crack climbing. Make sure you’re healthy, in good physical shape, and ready for the climbs.
This tour is meant for women with some climbing experience looking to improve their climbing skills and work on their crack climbing technique. For intermediate to advanced climbers, Indian Creek has loads of crack climbing routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best-hidden gems the area has to offer.
For this camp, you’ll need:
Your guide can provide all technical climbing gear. Contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
Here’s a list of the private equipment we suggest you bring:
The Needles Outpost has a well-equipped general store with ice, snacks, drinks, and other supplies you might need on your trip.
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.
Group sizes and prices:
Min. age requirements:
If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Indian Creek, UT, most people fly into Salt Lake City International Airport 6 hours away. From there, you can rent a car and head straight there. Alternatively, you can take a local flight or shuttle to Moab and drive to Indian Creek.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the Canyonlands Needles Outpost campground or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.
Cancel within 48 hours of booking your trip for free, no questions asked. If you need to change your plans up to 31 days ahead of your scheduled adventure, we offer a full refund on most trips. Within 31 days we offer free date changes or the option to convert your booking to credit to use on any 57hours adventure at a later date.
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EPR is a great combination of the magic nature has to offer us and the right guides to see the show! The beauty of Moab is almost indescribable-definitely better experienced 🙂