Rock Climbing in the Gunks, NY

About Us


Mountain Skills Climbing Guides is a fully-insured, AMGA accredited rock and ice climbing service based in New York's Shawangunk and Catskill Mountains, affectionately known to climbers as "The Gunks". Mountain Skills Climbing Guides was created to help aspiring climbers learn how to climb confidently and efficiently while fostering a sense of awareness about the natural environments climbers visit.

Whether you are looking for a guide service to provide you with an introduction to the vertical environment, or you are an experienced climber looking to hone your skills and pick up a few more, we have an instructor for you. Our guides are highly experienced professionals licensed by New York State. We have climbed extensively throughout North America as well as in some of the finest crags around the world. Rock and ice climbing is our passion, and we bring our experience and enthusiasm to every client each day. We pride ourselves on having a staff that is sensitive to your needs, we teach with patience, and never forget that your comfort is our number one priority.

Mountain Skills Climbing Guides is authorized by Mohonk Preserve to guide rock climbing on Preserve land located 90 miles from New York City. The Mohonk Preserve protects 6500 acres and is home to large cliffs called the Gunks. At Mountain Skills Climbing Guides, we support the ongoing efforts of the Preserve to protect the unique and fragile environment of the Shawangunk Ridge. Discounts are always offered to current Mohonk Preserve members. Please call us for details.

 

 

       

Upcoming Courses

Wednesday is Gunks Climbing Singles Group 2-4 climbers needed for a reduced price!!!

Kids Climbing Camp at the Gunks
July 20-24, August 3-7 Call for Details $495

Slab climbing weekend in the Adirondack's

Roger's Rock and Chapel Pond Slab July 18-19 and 25-26

Wallface in the Adirondack's September 12-13 and 26-27

PCGI Lead Guide July 12-15

PCGI Rescue Assessment July 23

PCGI Lead Guide Exam July 27-28

AMGA Climbing Wall Instructors Course

Leave No Trace Trainers Course

Rates

Full day rates:

Prices include climbing day fees

Single: $250        
Double: $170 each
Triple: $150 each
Quad: $125 each

Five: $125 each

10 or more Climbers: $100 each

Sunday discounts available for full day only.

Half day rates:

Prices include climbing day fees

Single: $185

Double: $125 each

Triple: $110 each

Quad: $100 each

Tipping your guide is customary.

Waivers*

Participant Registration

 

Acceptance of Risk

*Please print forms, fill them out, and bring them with you

 

Rock and SnowRock and Snow
The finest outdoor store in the Northeast.

 


 

Mohonk Mountain House Mohonk Preserve
Registered to guide at this world class venue.

 


 

American Mountain Guides Association AMGA Accredited
We are an AMGA accredited program.

 


ph: 845.853.5450
info@mountainskills.biz