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 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.
If 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 at some of the finest crags around the world. Our passion is rock and ice climbing, and we bring our experience and enthusiasm to each client every day. We pride ourselves on having a staff that is sensitive to your needs. We teach with patience, and never forget that your comfort and safety come first.
Mountain Skills Climbing Guides is authorized by the Mohonk Preserve to guide rock climbing on the preserve. Located 90 miles from New York City, The Mohonk Preserve protects 6500 acres and is home to large cliffs known as the Shawangunks (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 Events:
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Thursday Ice Climbing in the Catskills $25 off Cash Only
AMGA CWI Courses New Paltz Inner Wall
Mar 9th-11th
Apr 2nd-4th
Rates:
We cover Mohonk Preserve and Peterskill day fees
Full Day Climbing Rates: Single: $255
Double: $175 each
Triple: $155 each
Quad: $130 each
Five: $130 each
Six: $120 each
10 or more Climbers: $105 each
50% Deposit on groups of 5 or more
Half Day Climbing Rates: Single: $185
Double: $130 each
Triple: $115 each
Quad: $105 each