Rock Climbing with Yosemite Mountaineering School

Yosemite is the birthplace of modern American rock climbing, and there’s no better way to experience that legacy than climbing with the Yosemite Mountaineering School & Guide Service. As the park’s official climbing guide service, YMS offers half-day and full-day guided climbs for beginners through advanced climbers. Participants learn proper technique, safety systems, and Yosemite climbing history while ascending iconic granite walls under professional instruction. Whether it’s a first-time climb or a bucket-list adventure, this experience connects visitors directly to Yosemite’s world-renowned climbing culture.