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15 Epic California Rock Climbing Spots (By a Local)

Updated June 7, 2024
McKenna Mobley
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Head’s Up: You’re reading an archived post. This means we are not actively updating this article, but we still think it has value. See our Archive Policy for more info. 👉 Jump to: Best California Rock Climbing Spots | Tips California rock climbing is some of the best in the world. Professionals from around the globe flock to the granite climbing citadels in Yosemite National Park, but that’s just scratching the surface of all the great rock climbing spots in the state. I'm an avid climber and lifelong California local, and I've been climbing in some of the best places in the state. I'll fill you in on my favorites, from the famous spots you've always heard about to the lesser-known hidden gems where you can climb crowd-free. In this articl...

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McKenna Mobley is an avid adventurer, traveler, mountaineer, and writer from Southern California. Her goal is to climb some of the world's highest mountains and visit as many countries as she can. She loves Latin America and has been to almost every Latin country. She also has a thirst for solo adventuring and has hiked 400 consecutive miles by herself through the Arizona desert. She is the author of Budget Travel 101, Your Practical Handbook for Exploring the World on the Cheap.