Climbing in Ellensburg
Gym meetups, clinics, alpine outings, and Hyalite ice.
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Climbing⚠ Needs verification ♥ FeaturedVantage / Frenchman Coulee Climbing & Stewardship
WCWashington Climbers Coalition
Seasonal trail & revegetation work parties at the crag — see WCC
📍 Frenchman Coulee (Vantage), ~30 min east of Ellensburg
FreeShoulder season
The region’s marquee climbing destination — 600+ basalt sport and crack routes; prime in spring and fall, a rare winter-dry crag.
Climbing⚠ Needs verification SURC Climbing Wall (Community Access)
CUCWU University Recreation
Open daily during the academic year · $7 community day pass
📍 SURC Climbing Wall, CWU, Ellensburg
Beginner-friendlyPaid
50-foot wall with top-rope and bouldering, open daily in the academic year; belay clinics and the annual Ropeless Rodeo comp.
Climbing⚠ Needs verification CWU Climbing Club
CCCWU Climbing Club
Student club — wall sessions, comps & Vantage trips, see club
📍 SURC Climbing Wall, CWU, Ellensburg
Beginner-friendlyCost varies