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Climbing Center

Welcome to the PSU Outdoor Program Climbing Center!

The Climbing Center is open for bouldering during all building hours. Use of the ropes is allowed during staffed hours only.

Staffed Hours:

Monday-Friday: 4-8pm

Saturday: 10-12pm

For the Belay and Basic Movement class schedule, please view the CREC Master Schedule.

 

The Climbing Center Wall is a Nicros traversing, bouldering and climbing wall.  The wall is 32 feet high and bouldering is allowed up to 14 feet.  The floor surface is a Surface America PlayBound Surface, which is made of 100% post-consumer recycled tire rubber.

We offer:

  • Bouldering
  • Top Roping
  • Special Events
  • Classes

Bouldering: Bouldering is rock climbing without the use of ropes, typically limited to short climbs. We offer 14 vertical feet of bouldering along the entire length of our wall. Please watch our video below for proper spotting and safety techniques.

Top Roping : Top-roping is a style in climbing which utilizes a harness and a rope, as well as a climbing partner to manage the rope. While on a rope, climbers can reach the very top of our wall.

Special Events: Receive informal movement lessons during Beginner's Night every Thursday from 6-7pm, and join the PSU Climbing Center Facebook Page to hear about exciting climbing events hosted by the Outdoor Program.

Classes: Belay Classes, Movement Classes and Kids’ Climbing during Family Hour are some of the available classes. Professionally trained Climbing Instructors offer instruction and individualized assistance.

Below you will find our orientation video, which provides information about rules and climbing opportunities at PSU.

If you have further questions, please email the ODP generally at odp@pdx.edu, or the Climbing Center Student Coordinator at lorenaj@pdx.edu. Thanks for your interest!

 

 

 

For frequently asked questions, please click here.