Red River Gorge Climbing Retreat

Join us for a thrilling long weekend of climbing in Americas most popular destination, guided by an AMGA certified rock guide.

$1145/person

Add on Climbing days!

$400 1:1, $500 2:1, +accommodations

Location: Red River Gorge, KY

Length: 4 Days

Skill Level: Intermediate-Expert

Two options, sign up for one or BOTH!

May 1 to 4 - Intermediate focus

• Tools to succeed in the Red

• Getting accustomed to pump

• Projecting Tactics

May 8 to 11 - Advanced focus

• Advanced movement skills

• Limit Redpointing

• Peak Performance Mental Coaching

*Additional days available for booking before & after each 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!

Overview

The Red River Gorge, located in eastern Kentucky, is a world-renowned destination for sandstone sport climbing. With thousands of routes spanning beginner-friendly grades to steep, powerful testpieces, the Gorge is a true playground for climbers of all levels. Known for its featured rock, overhanging walls, and endless route variety, it’s the perfect place to build skills and push your limits.

Led by AMGA Certified guide, coach, 5.14 climber, and Red River Gorge developer Dylan Connole, this trip blends technical progression, connection to nature, and full-on adventure. With extensive international climbing experience and countless days spent in the hollers of KY, Dylan creates a supportive and empowering environment that encourages confidence, curiosity, and growth while helping expand your comfort zone and performance.

You'll receive personalized instruction, intentional coaching, and the highest quality guiding experience. Whether you’re refining technique, overcoming mental barriers, building endurance, 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, reconnect with the outdoors, or share an unforgettable experience with an incredible group, this Red River Gorge adventure promises growth, gratitude, and plenty of fun.

Come ready to learn, laugh, and challenge yourself—surrounded by the stunning beauty of Kentucky’s sandstone cliffs. Let’s make it happen!

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.

Day 1 - You'll arrive in the Red River Gorge Friday night and get settled into the accommodations. Welcome dinner is at 7pm 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.

Day 2 - 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.

Day 3 - 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. Participants are welcome to leave Sunday in order to minimize time off work or stay through Monday morning.

Day 4 - Breakfast and check out... unless you opt to add on extra days!

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.

*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 Friday dinner through Monday breakfast

What's NOT included:

• Travel costs to/from the Red River Gorge

• Trip Insurance

• Alcoholic Beverages

• Expenses due to early departure

• Gratuity