ADK Climb Club
ADK Climb Club
Wednesdays at 5:45pm. Informal meetups for Adirondack rock & ice climbers. Climbing & bouldering near Lake Placid, NY. Not guided, climb at your own risk. Don't forget your headlamp!

  • This week’s meetup we will be heading to the Beer Walls! 🍻

    We will meet at the parking lot at 5:45. The plan is for upper and lower this time around. Lots of fun moderates for all climbing abilities!

    Crag and parking info can be found at the link in our bio.

    Rental gear will be provided by @onwardguides! DM ahead of time to reserve.

    See everyone there and as always, bring a headlamp!

    A person in climbing gear ascends a rocky cliff face, surrounded by green leaves. Text reads August 26th Meetup Beer Walls 5:45 pm and @adkclimb.club.

  • Who doesn’t love a good climb with a view?! That’s what you can expect at this week’s meetup at Owls Head Mountain, located in Cascade Pass. This crag features a handful of short and sweet crack routes ranging from 5.6-5.10.

    More info can be found at the link in our bio.

    Rental gear (shoes, harness, helmet) is available upon request thanks to our friends over at @onwardguides! DM ahead them ahead of time to reserve your size.

    Also please note, the trailhead is fairly small so carpool if you can! See everyone out there!

    Two climbers ascend a steep rock face with one higher up wearing a blue helmet while colorful autumn forests cover rolling hills below. Text August 19 Meetup Owls Head Mtn Cascade Pass 5:45 pm @adkclimb.club

  • Plan B it is!

    With the rain forecasted for this evening, we will meet up @ @vanhoevenberg! $7 for after hours pass!

    More info at the link in our bio.

    A person is climbing an indoor bouldering wall in a gym filled with colorful holds. Text reads: @adkclimb.club August 12 meetup Hi-Notch Gym Mt. Van Hoevenberg 5:45pm.

  • This week’s meetup will be at Sharp Bridge Campground! We will meet at the Round Pond/East Mill Flow trailhead and head in together!

    See everyone there and don’t forget to bring your headlamp!

    Directions for parking and crag info can be found at the link in bio!

    Unfortunately gear rentals will not be available this week.

    A climber wearing a headlamp ascends a rock face at night surrounded by trees. Text August 12 meetup Sharp Bridge Campground 545pm at adkclimb.club

  • Tonight’s climber meetup up will be at Deadwater. This area offers a variety of moderate routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.12.

    Link in bio for directions, parking and crag info.

    Free gear rentals will be provided by @onwardguides ! Please DM ahead of time!

    See everyone tonight and don’t forget your headlamp!

    A person wearing a rain jacket sits on a mossy rock holding a hiking pole surrounded by a lush green forest near a stream. A person climbs a tall steep rock wall outdoors surrounded by green foliage Text reads August 5th meetup Deadwater 5 45 pm adkclimb club

  • Here is August’s schedule! All abilities welcome and as always, we love seeing new faces!

    Please keep an eye on our stories for any changes in location. In case of rain, our backup plan will be to climb at @vanhoevenberg’s indoor gym.

    Free gear rentals are available, courtesy of @onwardguides. Please DM ahead of time to reserve.

    See you there!

    Climbers with helmets ascend a rock face amidst a forest setting. Text reads August climber meetups Every Wednesday @ 5:45 pm August 5: Deadwater August 12: Sharp Bridge August 19: Owl’s Head August 26: Beer Walls @adkclimb.club

  • 🌧️ With rain forecasted all day, we’ll pull on plastic tonight, July 29, at @vanhoevenberg for our weekly meetup. Roped climbing, bouldering, and tension board, all for a $7 after-hours pass. See you there at 5:45pm!

    More info here.

    A person climbs a bouldering wall with colorful holds. Text reads July 29 Meetup Hi-Notch Gym Mt. Van Hoevenberg 5:45pm and @adkclimb.club.

  • We’re heading east to Poke-O-Moonshine for this week’s climber meetup! We’ll park at the old campground parking lot at 5:45pm before heading up to the main face. Heads up, this is not generally considered a beginner climbing area. Don’t forget your headlamp!

    Need to borrow gear? DM @onwardguides ahead of time to reserve your size.

    Not a guided experience. Climb at your own risk.

    Rock face with rugged surface in a forested area under a clear blue sky. Text reads Poke-o-moonshine Climber Meetup July 22 5:45pm adkclimb.club

  • Jewels & Gems crag in Chapel Pond Pass is the place to be this Wednesday night for our weekly climber meetup. J&G has a super quick approach, and routes that range from 5.6 to 5.11. With face climbing, cracks, and overhangs, this crag is a classic for a reason. Link in bio with driving, parking, and route info.

    🎒 Bring in your pack:

    • Climbing gear
    • Headlamp
    • Swim wear if taking a dip in the pond after
    • Bug spray

    Need to borrow gear? Our friends at @onwardguides offer free rentals of climbing shoes, harness, and helmet for folks to try. Just DM them ahead to reserve.

    Remember, this club meetup is not a guided experience. Climb at your own risk.

    Climber ascends a steep rock face using ropes outdoors. Text reads Jewels & Gems Meetup Wednesday July 15 Chapel Pond Pass 5:45pm @adkclimb.club

  • This week’s meetup is at The Creature Wall, accessed from the parking area for Giant’s Ridge Trail trailhead across from Chapel Pond. Routes are moderate, ranging from 5.6 to 5.10c, so a little step up from our last few meetups. Hope to see you there. We climb till dark, so don’t forget your headlamp! (And your towel for a dip in chapel pond after.)

    Free gear rentals provided by @onwardguides! DM them ahead of time to secure shoes, harness and/or helmet.

    Climber ascending a steep rock face, secured by ropes, surrounded by trees. Text reads July 8 Meetup Creature Wall Keene Valley 5:45pm and @adkclimb.club.

  • Here’s our plan for July’s meetup crags to get on your schedule! Location is subject to change based on day-of conditions, so keep an eye on our stories in case anything changes. In case of a rain out, we usually go to @vanhoevenberg’s indoor gym.

    All are welcome to our meetups. We love seeing new folks try outdoor climbing for the first time, and you’ll be among friends. 🙂

    Free gear rentals are available most weeks courtesy of @onwardguides for those who need them. Just DM them ahead of time to reserve your shoes/harness/helmet.

    Sunset over a tranquil pond surrounded by trees Text reads All abilities welcome July Meetups July 1 Chapel Pond Boulders Slab Swim July 8 Creature Wall July 15 Jewels & Gems July 22 Poke-o-moonshine July 29 Deadwater @adkclimb.club

  • A multi-faceted meetup this week down at Chapel Pond. Take your pick of bouldering, or heading up the slab in small parties. Either way, we’re sure the pond will be calling to us in the heat, so don’t forget your swimwear and towel! And headlamp! Parking directions and more info at the link in our bio.

    If you have extra crash pads, please bring them along! Need to borrow other gear? Free rentals are available from our friends at @onwardguides. DM them ahead of time to reserve your shoes, harness, and helmet.

    Climber ascends rock face using safety gear surrounded by lush green trees. Text reads Wednesday July 1 Meetup Chapel Pond Slab Boulders & Swimming 5:45pm @adkclimb.club.

  • Notch Mountain is the place to be this Wednesday evening! We’ll meet at the Copperas Pond parking area on Rte. 86 at 5:45, then hike the ~10 minutes up to the crag. With routes from 5.2 to 5.7+, this is a great spot for new climbers. The crag also features stunning views of Whiteface and Wilmington Notch. Parking and approach directions are linked in bio.

    Need gear? Free rentals available courtesy of @onwardguides DM to reserve sizes.

    A climber ascends a rocky slope on Notch Mountain in a forested area. Text reads June 24th Meetup Notch Mountain 5:45pm @adkclimb.club.

  • Come bask in the golden hour gleam at the Baker Mt. crag in Saranac Lake this Wednesday evening. We’ll meet at 5:45pm at the parking area along Moody Pond, then hike the ~15 minute approach up to the cliff (parking location and approach directions are linked in bio). The crag offers beginner-friendly 5.4, a selection of moderates, and a few harder test pieces. See you there!

    Free gear rentals available for those who need it, courtesy of @onwardguides. DM to reserve sizes.

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  • Well, rain and thunderstorms look very likely tonight, so we’ll be meeting at Rocksport in Queensbury instead! Still 5:45pm.

    Note: Hi Notch gym at Mt. VanHoevenberg is closed this evening.

    A climber ascends a colorful indoor rock climbing wall featuring various holds in a large facility. Text reads June 10 Meetup Rocksport 5:45pm and @adkclimb.club.

  • Come enjoy the sunshine at Tilman’s Arete on Wednesday, June 3rd for our weekly meetup! We’ll meet at the Giant Mt. parking area on Rt. 73 at 5:45pm, but if you arrive late, just walk on over to join. Tilman’s and Shipton’s areas offer a range of easy to moderate slab routes. The brave among us can enjoy a swim in the chilly waters of Chapel Pond! Parking and approach details at the link in bio.

    Free gear rentals available from @onwardguides — DM them ahead to reserve your size.

    Climber ascends a steep rock face using a rope surrounded by colorful autumn foliage and overlooking a serene lake. Text reads June 3rd Meetup Tilman’s Arete 5:45pm @adkclimb.club

  • Come join us at the Lower Beer Walls on Wednesday, May 27 for our weekly meetup! We’ll meet at the parking lot at 5:45pm, but if you arrive late, just walk up the trail and take a right at the latrine and follow the trail down to the Lower Beer Walls. Lots of routes for all kinds of climbers.

    Free gear rentals available from @onwardguides — DM them ahead to reserve your size.

    A person climbs a large rock face using climbing gear surrounded by a forest. Text reads May 27 Meetup Lower Beer Walls 5:45pm and @adkclimb.club

  • This week’s meetup will be at the Sunshine City crag south of Keene Valley! With a mix of sport and trad climbs, there’s something for everyone! We’ll meet at the pulloff at 5:45p and climb till dark. Need gear (shoes, harness, helmet)? DM @onwardguides to reserve them for free!

    Routes, map, and more at the link in our bio.

    Two rock climbers engage in an ascent on a steep rock face surrounded by trees and a stone base. Text reads May 20 Meetup Sunshine City 5:45pm at adkclimb.club

  • The rain has thwarted us again! We’ll meet up at @vanhoevenberg’s indoor Hi-Notch Gym tonight to try out their fresh new roped routes, bouldering wall, and tension board. Great opportunity for new climbers to try it out! See you tonight.

    After-hours climbing runs from 5-8pm and costs $7.

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  • Avoiding the rain, our May 6th meetup will be at the Hi-Notch Gym! Bouldering during after-hours for $7. Hit up their newest problems and the tension board! See you there!

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