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Posted On: August 28th 2025, 08:43 pm
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Whelp…this one kinda got dropped for us! But we’re stoked to ~officially~ announce the Rock Shop guide by Matt DeSantis.
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15% of the revenue from this guide goes to Central Wyoming Climbers Alliance.
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“The Rock Shop is a beautiful, quiet refuge of boulders tucked in the forest right off the highway about 30 minutes south of Lander. The easy access, remote feeling, high rock quality, and density of climbs make it one of the best bouldering areas in Wyoming. The granite found throughout the forest is often bullet hard, very featured, and colorful, making it perfect for climbing.
The Rock Shop bouldering season is best in Spring and Fall, but decent conditions can be found all Summer long if you stick to the shade. When the weather is nice it’s a great place to car camp and spend a long weekend. If you’re living in Lander, these boulders are the local stomping grounds that can easily be accessed on a workday. After a snowfall, the road up to the boulders can get a little squirely, but for those desperate for good temps it can be navigable.
Special thanks to David Lloyd and Zach Alexander, whose previous documentation efforts were an invaluable stepping stone for the formation of this guide. David Lloyd has published a paper guide for the area that is available for purchase for those who prefer the feel of a physical guidebook. Additional thanks go to the many climbers who have contributed to the development of this area such as Chris Marley, Jesse Brown, Justin Iskra, David Lloyd, Jon Glassberg, Griffin Whiteside, and many more. Chris Marley in particular is responsible for a large share of the development. Chris found, cleaned, built landings for, and FAed many of the hardest and best boulders in the area in the early to mid 2010s. Some of his testpieces still have very few repeats.
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All of the established trails and climbs are on BLM and National Forest Land, but make sure to stay clear and be respectful of the private property that lies southwest of the main UFO zone.“ - Matt DeSantis
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15% of the revenue from this guide goes to Central Wyoming Climbers Alliance.
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“The Rock Shop is a beautiful, quiet refuge of boulders tucked in the forest right off the highway about 30 minutes south of Lander. The easy access, remote feeling, high rock quality, and density of climbs make it one of the best bouldering areas in Wyoming. The granite found throughout the forest is often bullet hard, very featured, and colorful, making it perfect for climbing.
The Rock Shop bouldering season is best in Spring and Fall, but decent conditions can be found all Summer long if you stick to the shade. When the weather is nice it’s a great place to car camp and spend a long weekend. If you’re living in Lander, these boulders are the local stomping grounds that can easily be accessed on a workday. After a snowfall, the road up to the boulders can get a little squirely, but for those desperate for good temps it can be navigable.
Special thanks to David Lloyd and Zach Alexander, whose previous documentation efforts were an invaluable stepping stone for the formation of this guide. David Lloyd has published a paper guide for the area that is available for purchase for those who prefer the feel of a physical guidebook. Additional thanks go to the many climbers who have contributed to the development of this area such as Chris Marley, Jesse Brown, Justin Iskra, David Lloyd, Jon Glassberg, Griffin Whiteside, and many more. Chris Marley in particular is responsible for a large share of the development. Chris found, cleaned, built landings for, and FAed many of the hardest and best boulders in the area in the early to mid 2010s. Some of his testpieces still have very few repeats.
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All of the established trails and climbs are on BLM and National Forest Land, but make sure to stay clear and be respectful of the private property that lies southwest of the main UFO zone.“ - Matt DeSantis
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a year agocapt.adventurepants
Dang I didn't realize I needed early 90s power ballads with my climbing vids. Also stoked on this guide!!
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