Red River Gorge
Rock Climbing Retreat
Red River Gorge Climbing Retreat
Join AMGA Certified Rock Guide Dylan Connole for a four-day Red River Gorge rock climbing retreat featuring personalized coaching, world-class sandstone sport climbing, and an unforgettable weekend in one of the world's premier climbing destinations.
Location: Red River Gorge, KY
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
3 Day Trip: Nov 20 to 22 - $1345
6 Day Trip: Nov 17 to 22 - $2195
Add on Days: $450 1:1 ratio, $550 2:1 ratio, +accomodation
Key Skills You'll Develop
Tools to succeed in the Red
Getting accustomed to pump
Projecting Tactics
Advanced movement skills
Limit Redpointing
Peak Performance Mental Coaching
*Additional days available for booking before & after the retreat date.
If you would like to avoid booking fees and pay by cash, check, or venmo, please contact us at info@peak-ascents.com. We're happy to help save you money!
Red River Gorge Guided Climbing Trips
From steep pro climber lines to iconic jug hauls, rock climbing at the Red River Gorge has something for everyone. Every year, climbers travel from around the world to visit the Red River Gorge. Thousands of routes sprinkled across dozens of crags make every climbing day feel unique.
The Red River Gorge boasts improbable movement on well-featured rock: giant huecos, steep caves, varied overhangs, and technical vertical climbing make for a dynamic experience. Plus, there is no “polish” here– Red River sandstone has friction that makes it feel like your feet can stand on anything.
The numerous well-bolted lines make the Gorge a great destination for project rock climbing. Polish your redpoint techniques, learn to manage pump efficiently, and improve your fear of falling at one of the world’s best playgrounds. Guide and coach Dylan Connole is sure to help you push yourself and have a memorable experience.
After climbing, enjoy bonding around the campfire, drinking local popular whiskey, and soaking in the culture. The relaxed jungle landscape makes between-climb rests and walks to and from the crag relaxing and picturesque.
Itinerary
Pre-Trip Call - This is where we schedule a time to chat to make sure everything will go well. We'll go over details of plans, routes, your personal goals, and have everything dialed in for your arrival in the gorge. You'll also receive an action plan for how to get ready to maximize your trip.
Nov 17 - You'll arrive in the Red River Gorge Friday night and get settled into the accommodations. Welcome dinner is at 6pm and we'll have a group meeting to go over everyone's objectives and goals. 1 on 1 coaching meetings after dinner to prep for the weekend of climbing.
Nov 18 - Climbing time! We'll start out the day with warmups and refreshing each persons plan for success. We'll visit some of the best walls in the Red, have direct coaching feedback as we climb, and work on skills to improve efficiency and performance. Evening dinner and time to relax in the hot tub to unwind from the day and prepare for the next.
Nov 19 - More climbing! We'll check out a new crag or revisit projects from day 1 (if the group chooses), working on improving our flow to bring fun and success. We'll return to our cabin for evening dinner.
Nov 20 - Rest day from hard climbing, we'll do a light hike to check out the famous, Natural Bridge or walk out to see some of the other famous cliffs of the Red based on interest. We'll go over goals and how to make the most of our remaining days.
People joining for the 3 day trip are welcome to join at the lodging any time. We will have a dinner and group chat for everyone to meet and go over plans for the weekend.
Nov 21 - Climbing, climbing, climbing! We'll head out in the morning and get a full day of climbing in, continuing to learn about climbing in the Red, projecting tactics, and everything you need to succeed!
Nov 22 - Our final day of climbing ...unless you opt to add on extra days! We'll get packed up and head out to climb for the day. before folks need to leave in the afternoon we'll have a final debrief to talk about our experience, what everyone learned, and make sure folks get a last chance to exchange contact info with new friends.
If you're interested in staying for additional days projecting, exploring, delving into the less known but no less fantastic trad climbing, skills building, or anything else, we're happy to accommodate. For anyone with a more flexible schedule looking to stay beyond Sunday, please let us know when you book so we can make sure we have accommodations booked. Additional nights or days of guiding can be added on a per day rate.
*Itinerary is subject to change based on group objectives, forecast, and risk management.
Details
What is included:
Guiding from AMGA Certified Rock Guide
1 on 1 coaching
Climbing Equipment (Ropes, harnesses, helmets, & climbing shoes)
Lodging in the Red River Gorge
Hot tub use
Meals from the evening of arrival (Tuesday or Friday), through lunch Sunday
What's NOT included:
Travel costs to/from the Red River Gorge
Trip Insurance
Alcoholic Beverages
Expenses due to early departure
Gratuity
Why Go Rock Climbing in Kentucky's Red River Gorge?
The Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky is one of the world's premier destinations for rock climbing and sandstone sport climbing. Known for its featured rock, steep overhangs, and thousands of routes ranging from beginner-friendly climbs to world-class testpieces, Red River Gorge climbing offers unforgettable experiences for climbers of every level. Whether you're visiting for your first trip or returning to project harder routes, our Red River Gorge guided rock climbing experience combines expert instruction with incredible climbing.
Led by AMGA Certified guide, coach, 5.14 climber, and Red River Gorge developer Dylan Connole, this Red River Gorge rock climbing trip blends technical progression, connection to nature, and full-on adventure. With extensive international climbing experience and countless days spent developing and climbing throughout the Gorge, Dylan creates a supportive environment that encourages confidence, curiosity, and growth.
You'll receive personalized instruction, intentional coaching, and the highest-quality guiding experience. Whether you're refining technique, overcoming mental barriers, building endurance for steep Red River Gorge sport climbing, or breaking into a new grade, you'll receive tailored support every step of the way.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your climbing skills, experience some of the best rock climbing in Kentucky, reconnect with the outdoors, or share an unforgettable adventure with an incredible group, this Red River Gorge guided rock climbing trip promises growth, gratitude, and plenty of fun.
If you would like to avoid booking fees and pay by cash, check, or venmo, please contact us at info@peak-ascents.com. We're happy to help save you money!
