ActivitiesRock ClimbingTunnel Rock Bouldering

Tunnel Rock Bouldering

North Shore, rock climbing, v0–v8

In short: Tunnel Rock Bouldering is a spot for rock climbing in the Lake Tahoe area, on the North Shore. Known for: roadside granite bouldering near Donner Summit; v0–V8; easy roadside access. Level: V0–V8.

Where it is

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Details

  • Roadside granite bouldering near Donner Summit
  • V0–V8
  • Easy roadside access
  • Good variety of problems on quality rock
  • Pairs well with Donner Summit sport climbing

Go with a guide. Climb Tahoe-area granite with a local guide, from first top-rope to longer routes.

Guided rock climbing

Conditions today

Right now
72°F, Sunny
Today
High 72°, low 48°
Wind
8 mph
Campfires
Metal rings only
  • TomorrowPartly Cloudy, 10% chance of rain68° 45°
  • ThuMostly Clear, 5% chance of rain74° 50°
  • FriPM Storms, 75% chance of rain61° 44°

Know before you go

Gear
Many of the classic routes are traditional climbs, so bring a full rack and know how to place it. Sport and top-rope areas are marked in the place details below.
Descents
Lovers Leap and several other crags use walk-off descents. Find the way down before you start up; it is hard to spot in fading light.
Weather
Granite stays slick after rain, and summer thunderstorms build fast. Be off the wall by early afternoon when storms are forecast.
Guides
New to the area or to trad climbing? Local guide services run day courses; shops listed below can point you to them.

Read the rock climbing guide

More rock climbing within 5 miles

Nearest campgrounds