Red Rock Climbing
Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Difficulty
    Easy Peasy
  • Duration
    Half a day
  • Number of participants
    2 - 10
  • Price
    $150
  • Date
    Event has ended
  • Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
Geeks Go Peaks - Climb and Hike in Red Rock National Conservation Area

Join us for half a day of Rock Climbing plus (optional) hiking in Red Rock Canyon, a scenic area just 20 minutes drive from downtown Las Vegas.
We meet in the morning outside of Red Rock Canyon conservation area for the morning of rock climbing, facilitated by local rock climbing guides, followed by exploring Red Canyon.
No Previous rock climbing experience required. All rental gear (Harness, Shoes, Helmet, Chalk) are included.
Geeks Go Peaks sunday climb in the Red Rock, Vegas
FAQ:
Adventure Program
9:00
9:00
Meet at Dunkin' Donuts
11710 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89135
9:00-1:00
9:00-1:00
Rock Climbing
1:00-4:00
1:00-4:00
Explore Red Rock Canyon park
5:00
5:00
Optional Early Dinner and Networking
7:00
7:00
Return to Las Vegas
Our Amazing Guide - Jacob Blanton

Jake Blanton, based in Las Vegas, NV, has been climbing and skiing for over fifteen years. He began climbing in the southeast eventually moving to Las Vegas, NV in order to live near Red Rocks, his favorite place to climb and share with others. Jake has guided for Mountain Skills Rock Guides since 2018. He also works as an instructor of mathematics at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Jake is always a joy to be around and spend the day with! His favorite days are spent in the mountains with stoked partners and whenever possible, dogs. Ph.D. in Mathematics, and Lecturer at UNLV. AMGA Rock Guide Apprentice in addition to SPI cert.
*Our guide is subject to change

Jacob Blanton
AMGA/SPI/Rock Guide Apprentice – WFR – AIARE 1 – AIARE Avalanche Rescue – Leave No Trace (LNT) Certified
We told them if they didn’t leave a review, they wouldn’t come down the mountain
Peter Farkas
I think it is an easy climb if you are not fat. I am fat.
It was a great intro into high altitude mountaineering. The itinerary was great. Maybe an overnight trip sneakjng through the Iranian border would make it more adventurous, but not as legal :)
Yuriy Prokopenko
It was a good balance between teamwork and individual challenges to complete various gymnastic exercises. I was challenged to test my balance, muscle strength, and running on vertical surfaces to reach the top of the structure. We had fun, supported each other, and collaborated to find the best approach to completing the tasks. I believe this could be a great training for trekking and hiking! I had a fantastic time at the Geeks go Ninja!
Marcin Gwozdz
It was a great trip, the perfect one for the people who wanted to start their journey with the high altitude climbing.
Luba Elliott
It was great. The trek was straightforward, but altitude made it more difficult and at the end, the weather made it a challenge
I liked that we made stops to swim, by the waterfall and on the last day we were able to visit Ishak Pasha and the baths. The mini 3D-printed Ararat was a nice touch!
Shawn Turnbull
My friend Peter invited me to his pre conference ‘Geeks go Peaks’ event, and I immediately accepted because he loves adventure, and his events are never dull. I am complete out of shape and didn’t know anyone going, but I knew it would be fun. In keeping with Peter’s roots in the open source software community. The group was welcoming and cheered me on to try new things! I made some new friends, and I’m looking forward to seeing how this group will grow community and explore opportunities for connection and adventure.
Sergey Nikolaev
Thank you so much for ogranizing this. It was one of the best trips in my life. Excellent! And so many interesting new people. Waiting for more photos in the shared album :)
Mindaugas Zukas
Ararat adventure was an experience I’ll never forget! Big thanks to Geeks Go Peaks! The trip was better than I expected. The videos on Youtube do not reflect full wild experience you get during the trip. Before the trip I was a bit nervous, nit sure how I will handle the height and difficulty. After the trip I felt good, because all went well and most of the group achieved summit. I liked the itinerary and good company! I want to say big thanks! Ararat adventure was great and I will have great memories for life.
Sergey Samoylov
Climbing Mount Ararat is an opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy breathtaking views. Personally, I gained emotions not only from the climb itself, but also from the time spent with a great team of like-minded people. I made new acquaintances with wonderful individuals. And Kurdish hospitality evokes nothing but warm feelings. Of course, the nature — you can watch the starry sky endlessly, far from city lights.
The sunrise at the summit during the climb is not only a sight to admire,
but also a hope for the upcoming warmth, meaning my gear held up — I won’t freeze!) Most importantly, such an adventure allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and feel truly connected to yourself — a part of nature!
Mateusz Tokarczyk
It was an amazing trip with incredible people. Climbing a mountain over 5,000 meters was a first for me, and now I’m craving even more adventures. Looking forward to the next trip!
Patrick Galbraith
The trip went by too fast, and I’m already looking forward to the next one. This is a great adventure for techies, and everything was described pretty much as it was. It was a great experience—somewhat hard, but not as challenging as Aconcagua, obviously. Great job!

Adventure Photos

Hey, geeks! Enough sitting behind those screens—let’s get out there and Climb! Join me to breathe in that fresh Nevada air, soak in the beautiful landscapes, and meet some cool folks before the conference kicks off. Don’t miss out on the chance to stretch your legs and share some laughs with fellow adventurers. Let’s swap our keyboard for a backpack and make some unforgettable memories together!
Peter Zaitsev
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