Learn Together • Grow Together • Climb Together

Family rock climbing in Camden or Acadia is a great way to improve both physical and mental fitness. It allows you the opportunity to practice calm, calculated movements and balance skills while getting a full-body workout. You’ll also practice decision-making and problem-solving skills, and improve focus and concentration.

Our guides have extensive knowledge of the climbing areas and can choose climbs that cover a wide range of challenge levels, making it a great activity for families with children of all ages.

Rock Climbing is a great way to bond as a family and create lasting memories. It is a unique activity that requires trust, communication, and teamwork

You and your kids will gain self-confidence as you work together to face and overcome exciting challenges as part of family rock climbing in Acadia, Maine, leaving you with an incredible sense of pride, accomplishment, and joy that’ll you’ll talk about for years to come.

The benefits of unplugging from the distractions of modern technology, and spending time outdoors are endless.

Spending time outdoors can reduce stress, depression, and anxiety. It can also improve focus, attention, and creativity, bringing us a sense of calm and connection.

Sunshine is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamin D, which is known to boost your immune system and a bit of fresh air can improve even the angstiest teenager’s mood!

Every child is different and it’s more about them being mature enough to be able to follow instructions than being of a particular age.  

Climbing is a natural form of movement for young kids. Just think of how good they are at scaling the kitchen counters to reach their favorite snacks!

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While the act of climbing itself is exhilarating and engaging, it also involves some focused learning and the taking of turns, which means that there can be some downtime, especially for the younger ones.

You can team up with another family with kids of similar ages, or let your youngsters bring along a friend.  Working together with someone their own age can help keep them stay engaged and they can support and encourage each other. When they’re not actively climbing, they’ll have someone to explore the surrounding area with.

For family rock climbing in Camden or Acadia, you can also bring along some games or a few toys to keep them busy when it’s the parent's turn on the wall. And don’t forget to bring plenty of healthy snacks to keep them fueled up and ready to send!

Family Rock Climbing is truly a fun and rewarding experience for everyone. Watching your kids light up with confidence and joy as they experience something new is really what it’s all about.

With children, especially the younger ones, it’s important to adapt the activity to their pace to keep them engaged and having fun throughout the day. 

Our certified guides have lots of experience working with younger kids and will set up a variety of climbs of different challenge levels to make sure there is something that every member of the family will be able to enjoy.

Your Equinox Guide will provide helmets, harnesses, and rock climbing shoes, as well as all of the technical equipment needed for the day of rock climbing for families.

You’ll want to wear sturdy, close-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothes. (Dress in layers).

Bring along plenty of snacks, water, sunscreen, and bug repellent. For a full list of recommended personal items for a day of rock climbing visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Half-Day and Full-Day Itineraries are available in Camden and Acadia.

Mornings: 8 am - 12 pm

Afternoons: 1 pm - 5 pm

Full Days: 8 am - 4 pm