Climbing in Anchorage

Gym meetups, clinics, alpine outings, and Hyalite ice.

Climbing⚠ Needs verification

Backcountry Skills Classes

Classes in climbing, telemark, winter camping & avalanche skills

Varies (Anchorage & Chugach)

Beginner-friendlyCost varies

MCA runs classes in backcountry skiing, telemarking, winter camping, avalanche beacon searches, snow-shelter building, stream crossings, and orienteering.

Climbing⚠ Needs verification

Drop-In Climbing & Classes

Alaska Rock Gym

Open daily · top-rope, lead, auto-belay & bouldering plus classes

Alaska Rock Gym, 665 E 33rd Ave, Anchorage

Beginner-friendlyCost varies

Open Mon–Fri and weekends with a dedicated bouldering floor and ropes terrain, plus intro classes and belay clinics — a natural meetup spot for Anchorage climbers.