RMNP Bouldering

America’s best alpine bouldering is tucked amongst the imposing peaks of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. The stunning setting, wild and unpredictable weather, and beautiful, difficult problems make for an exhilarating destination. This 300 page guide documents names, grades, and detailed directions to nearly 800 problems. Climbing histories, essays from long-time local climbers, and action shots from local photographers keep you inspired. Jamie Emerson brings you everything you need to access the best bouldering in the country.

This guide includes boulders in:

Big Elk Meadows
Wild Basin
Bear Lake Road
Emerald Lake
Lower Chaos
Upper Chaos
Upper Upper Chaos
Moraine Park
Suzuki Boulder
Endovalley
Birland
Elkland