Dogpatch Boulders and Mission Cliffs got a mention in Roots Rated Guide to Outdoor Adventure around San Francisco.
“Whether you’re a newbie climber or hardcore rock jock, you’re sure to find something that suits your fancy in San Francisco. In addition to nearby world-class outdoor terrain, the city is home to some of the best climbing gyms in the country, including Mission Cliffs and Dogpatch Boulders.
To test your skills in an outdoor setting, Stinson Beach, in Marin County, and Mount Diablo, in the 20,000-acre Mount Diablo State Park near Danville in the East Bay, are easily accessible spots for bouldering and rope climbing, respectively. At Stinson Beach, head to the south end of the beach to reach a number of boulders strewn across the sand. The double-peaked Mount Diablo spans climbing areas called Pine Canyon and the Boy Scout Rocks. Lower Boy Scout Rocks is home to one of the Bay Area’s most popular routes, the 90-foot Amazing Face (5.9+). The sandstone formations of 6,000-acre Salt Point State Park, about 90 miles north of San Francisco, are a favorite among the climbing set, with more than 20 sport climbing routes, most on Sentinel Rock, and 30 boulder problems. Many routes are for advanced climbers, with ratings of 5.12 and up. Check the tide schedule and plan accordingly.”
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