Thinking of taking up rock climbing or mountain climbing? As with any extreme sport there are always plenty of tips and tricks you should look into before getting started, especially for sports such as Mountain Climbing, which can be very dangerous.
So, before you embark on an adventure into extreme sports be sure to check out natgeoadventure.tv’s ten of the best mountain climbing websites. Oh, and one more thing before you take to the mountains – don’t forget to take a video or stills camera and upload your shots to the website. Register Now.
10 of the Best Rock Climbing Websites - Rock Climbing and Mountain Climbing Websites
Rockclimbing.org.uk – A great free resource for those seeking information on rock climbing, walking & mountaineering in the UK. Includes details on how to get started and an online community on places to climb, camp and more. www.rockclimbing.org.uk
Rockclimbing.com - Rockclimbing.com is a rock climbing community website where climbers can find information about rock climbing routes, gear, news, forums, photos and more. Well worth checking out. www.rockclimbing.com
Rock and Sun - Rock and Sun provide quality rock climbing holidays, rock climbing courses and Private Guiding. An excellent destination for anyone looking to take a mountain climbing holiday. www.rockandsun.com
UKClimbing.com – A great resource of in-depth articles and mountain climbing guides, plus classified listings and information on rock climbing gear. http://www.ukclimbing.com
ABC of Rock Climbing – sells itself as the world’s largest Rock Climbing portal and with information that includes articles, newsdesk, gear shop, travel services, pictures, forum and community it is a very comprehensive offering for all rock climbing folk the world over. www.abc-of-rockclimbing.com
10 of the Best Rock Climbing Websites - Rock Climbing and Mountain Climbing Websites
Alpine Ascents - Alpine Ascents has already been named The Best Mountain Guide Service by National Geographic Adventure Magazine and we can see why. A great resource for mountaineers of all levels of experience, Alpine Ascents is certainly a website for any keen adventurer to keep in their favourites. www.alpineascents.com
Mountain Guides - International Mountain Guides directors Phil Ershler, George Dunn, Eric Simonson, and Paul Baugher, along with their amazing guide staff, organize and lead climbing, trekking and mountaineering expeditions around the world, from the classic climbs of the Alps and Andes to the 8,000m peaks of the Himalayas. Thinking of joining them? Check out the website for more information. www.mountainguides.com
Jagged Globe - Established in 1987, Jagged Globe has been widely recognised as world-leader in providing mountaineering expeditions, treks and courses for over two decades. www.jagged-globe.co.uk
Everest News - The largest mountaineering publication in the world, and the premier website for up to date mountain and trekking news, this is certainly the place where Everest experts go for the latest news on all things Everest. www.everestnews.com
Three Peaks Challenge - The National Three Peaks Challenge is now firmly rooted in the minds of hungry Brits looking for an adventure by climbing the three tallest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales in just 24 hours. Up for the challenge? Check out this website to find out more. www.thethreepeakschallenge.co.uk
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