Rock Climbing in the High Country
BY MOSS BRENNAN
F
or those who are adventurous and want to try new things, look no further than rock climbing in the High Country. To help guide those who want to climb to the peaks in the High Country, look no further than Boone-based Rock Dimensions. Rock Dimension’s team of outdoor guides is made up of a group of seasoned professionals who have a passion for climbing and are Professional Climbing Instructors Association certified. Instructors
ROCK CLIMBING SPOTS IN THE HIGH COUNTRY Popular Climbing Destinations: Linville Gorge Wilson Creek Rocky Face Park Pilot Mountain State Park Crowders Mountain State Park Additional Climbing Companies: Center 45, Boone NC Edge of the World, Banner Elk NC
at Rock Dimensions have years, and in some cases decades, of rock
climbing experience. Rock Dimensions takes groups into climbing locations such as the Wilson Creek area, Rocky Face Park, Pilot Mountain State Park and Crowders Mountain State Park. Other trips include caving and bouldering in eastern Tennessee, or if true beginners really want to get their senses tingling, Rock Dimensions takes groups to the Discovery Course in Blowing Rock and the company has its own climbing wall at its offices off Depot Street in downtown Boone. SEE CLIMBING ON PAGE 45
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROCK DIMENSIONS Hanging off the edge of a cliffside can provide unmatched views.
Climbing, Rappelling & Caving
and Climbing Gear Shop
BOONE • BLOWING ROCK, NC
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