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View from the Top: 7 Places for Rock Climbing Around Morgantown
When it comes to scaling nature's heights, climbing a tree is child's play. The physical workout, endorphin rush, and spectacular views you get with rock climbing made me a dedicated fan, and you'll be hooked as well.
No matter how much or how little experience you have, there are rock climbing places around Morgantown homes for sale to suit your skills. Why not check out some of my favorite spots?
- Gritstone Climbing & Fitness - 1901 Eljadid St., Morgantown, WV 26505
If you've never rock climbed before, or if Mother Nature has flouted your plans for a trip outdoors, gym climbing is the perfect way to roll. Head to Gritstone Climbing + Fitness, where rock climbing is an all-weather sport. The facility includes 9,000 square feet of roped lanes as well as 3,500 square feet of bouldering surfaces. Build strength and endurance by supplementing your workout with cardio, yoga, and weight training. Gritstone is all-age-inclusive with a dedicated Learning Zone for kids. Learn more about the grand opening of Gritstone Climbing + Fitness. - New River Gorge - Fayetteville, WV 25840
Like many superstars, New River Gorge is known by rock-climbing enthusiasts under a single name: "The New." With approximately 2,000 rock climbs, The New is the gold standard in the eastern United States for sport climbing, with permanent anchors affixed to the rocks, as well as home to hundreds of bouldering problems. Most climbs are 5.9 grade or higher, so The New is not for the faint of heart. Tip: when I'm in the area, I stop in at Water Stone Outdoors to see the latest in clothing and gear, and grab a cuppa Joe at their awesome coffee bar. - Summersville Lake - Summersville, WV 26651
Thanks to its clean, fresh water, Summersville Lake has been dubbed, "Little Bahamas of the East Coast." Summersville Lake boasts around 150 routes with varying degrees of difficulty, mostly sport climbing. While deep-water solo climbing is still technically illegal at Summersville Lake, more routes emerge when the water level drops after Labor Day. - Coopers Rock State Forest - Rt. 1, Bruceton Mills, WV 26525
Bouldering is the minimalist version of rock climbing, requiring little more than a good pair of climbing shoes and a crash pad. With hundreds of large boulders along the Cheat River Gorge, Coopers Rock State Forest is often referred to as a "bouldering paradise." Many routes are perfect for beginners, plus geocaching is a popular activity, making "Coops" a good family-friendly location.- Seneca Rocks - Seneca Rocks, WV 26884
Soaring nearly 900 feet above the North Fork River, Seneca Rocks is a beloved West Virginia landmark. Seneca Rocks features upwards of 400 routes, the majority of which are accessed by traditional, or trad, climbing. This classic style involves the climber placing "nuts and stoppers" in cracks along the way. Home to multi-pitch routes ranging from 5.0 - 5.12, Seneca Rocks is the only climbing area of its kind from New York to North Carolina. - Meadow River - U.S. 19, Mt. Lookout, WV 26678
Meadow River has 168 routes running from easier trad climbs to tougher sport climbs and even mixed climbs, making it something of a rock climber's buffet. Reach the more easily accessible north region from a trail near the bridge along U.S. 19. - Nelson Rocks - Circleville, WV 26804
If you're a rock-climbing newbie, Nelson Rocks is the place for you. Nelson Rocks is one of a select few areas in the country to feature a Via Ferrata, which translates to "iron road." Metal rungs and cables are permanently set into the rocks, so you simply clip in carabiners as you make your way along the route. No climbing experience is necessary – just bravery!
Let our real estate agents help you reach the summit of buying and selling homes in Morgantown. Contact us at Heritage Real Estate Co. for more information.
Bill Porter, Broker
(304) 612-3746207 Aurora Dr
Morgantown, WV 26508
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