Outdoor Guiding
How to Book
Please contact Mike O'Mara to ask any questions or schedule your trip: mike@highpointclimbing.com or (618) 531-6981
Full Day Trips
8 hours from the Downtown gym and back, which typically leaves about 6 - 6.5 hours of climbing after driving and hiking. All of our climbing venues are available for Full Day trips.
1-2 Participants $325
3 Participants $405
4 Participants $440
5 Participants $500
6+ Participants $95/person
Half Day Trips
4 hours from the Downtown gym and back, which typically leaves about 2.5 - 3 hours of climbing after driving and hiking. We take our Half Day trips to Sunset Rock or Leda.
1-2 Participants $310
3 Participants $345
4 Participants $400
5 Participants $450
6+ Participants $85/person
Policies
All participants and spectators must complete an outdoor waiver and medical questionnaire prior to their trip. A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking. Deposits are non-refundable unless guide determines that weather is unsuitable for climbing. Full payment is required no less than 7 days before the day of the trip. We maintain a maximum guide-to-client ratio of 1:4. Trip prices include all necessary climbing equipment, taxes, and fees.
FAQs
What should I bring on a guided trip?
If you have your own climbing equipment, you are welcome to bring it. Personal climbing equipment must be inspected by a guide to determine its suitability. Otherwise, all climbing equipment will be provided by High Point. In the summer time, be prepared for hot and humid weather. Bring enough water and food for the length of your trip. Sunscreen and bug spray in the summer are recommended. Bring any layers or accessories that you will need to be comfortable for several hours outside. A medium-sized (40 liter or so) backpack to carry your personal accessories, climbing equipment, food, water, etc. is highly recommended.
What about transportation?
Typically, you will meet your guide at our Downtown facility (219 Broad St., Chattanooga, TN 37402) to get outfitted with your climbing equipment. From there, you will follow your guide to the climbing area. Guides do not transport guests in their personal vehicles. If you and your group have all their own climbing gear, we can, in some cases, meet you directly at the climbing area.
What happens if there is bad weather?
Weather in the Southeast tends to be unpredictable so we will keep a close eye on the weather as your trip date approaches. If your guide determines that the weather is unsuitable for climbing, you may choose to reschedule to another date or, if that is not an option, you will be refunded the full amount of your deposit and trip cost. As a rule, we do not climb on wet rock as it is against our risk management policy.
Is tipping a thing?
It is customary to tip climbing guides much as you would any other outdoor guide. While 20% is a general guideline, gratuity should reflect the quality of the service and experience you receive.