Best Places to Go Bouldering in the U.S.

Buttermilk Boulders, Bishop, United States. Photo by Tommy Lisbin on Unsplash

Bouldering is an extreme sport that involves climbing large rocks and boulders without a harness. It requires strength, skill, and perseverance. As long as climbers do not venture too high off the ground, their crash mats can ensure that it is not too dangerous.

The U.S. is full of excellent bouldering spots and here are three that the extreme sports fans among you can seek out.

Joe’s Valley, Utah

The sandstone rocks are smooth on the skin and easy to grip which makes this one of the most desirable spots for bouldering. Bring a group of your friends and enjoy an awesome day out, as well as spectacular views of the region.

Bishop, California

located among the beautiful mountainous scenery of the Sierra, you can find excellent boulders here that look as if they were made for climbing.

Joshua Tree National Park, California

This famously beautiful national park offers some good climbing experiences for both beginners and the well experienced.

Yosemite Valley, California

Climb a great variety of granite boulders among the gorgeous natural scenery of waterfalls, glaciers, and forests. These climbs are relatively hard, and not for beginners.