RRCG – Climb On!

Red River Climbing Guides is the Red River Gorge’s finest guiding service.
We are a locally owned & operated guiding service, specializing in customized guided climbing & rappelling courses for all ages & skill levels. With over 17 years of rock climbing & guiding experience, we are well-versed & certified in the safety procedures & climbing techniques necessary to get you climbing & having a great time. Whether you are looking to learn the skills needed to climb on your own or just want to get out and climb for the day, we have you covered & would love to show you the ropes! Additionally, all guides are vaccinated against Covid-19 for your safety.

Had a great time for my first outdoor Clinton, the guide was amazing and the routes we climbed were a lot of fun.

Ella Carr
8/30/2022

Had a fantastic time with Ian. His background as an educator made him a great guide for my friend who was new to climbing. He expertly taught him the basics and had him climbing safely with technique.I was impressed with how Ian navigated a crowded spot and efficiently set up routes so I could climb multiple different spots in just a half day.We had a blast. I HIGHLY recommend.

Barry Blumenfeld
11/22/2021

Jacob Tischer
4/20/2021
This was the best trip to the Red we’ve had yet and it was due to Matt’s guiding ability. It was like a day at the crag with a good friend. Matt was great working with the kids (ages 3 and 6). He built their confidence and got the kids on the perfect climbs so they could have fun and see what climbing in the Red is all about. He also pointed my wife and I to climbs that fit our ability and let us get the full Muir Valley experience. I can’t wait to go back.

Anthony Moenich
11/29/2021

had a great time with Beca thank you!

Juan Corzo JR
5/22/2024

David Ruchty
3/09/2024
We had an incredible experience with Red River Climbing Guides. My kiddo (16) is a competitive climber and has always wanted to try lead climbing outside, and this was the perfect way to do it. Our guide (Ian) was incredibly knowledgeable both about the area and outdoor climbing and very safety conscious. He picked great locations for kid to start at the beginning of the day and then adapted the climbs for the day based on kiddo's interests and abilities. Ian also showed the perfect balance of giving feedback/beta while letting kid figure things out on his own. He was a great teacher and guide and we had a wonderful day in the RRG.

Betsy Smith
7/07/2024

Alex was great! He ran a great refresher course and kept us feeling safe and comfortable while also offering challenging routes. It was a fantastic return to climbing. Thanks Alex!

Bradley Thomas
10/18/2023

Simon provided a wonderful climbing experience for my family. He picked an area that included climbs for all of our skill levels (two of our three kids are a bit better than my husband and me). He didn't rush us on any of the routes and was highly encouraging when any of us struggled with a move. Would definitely recommend them!

Karin Grant
8/07/2023
Fantastic experience. Simon was a great guide!

David Seufert
10/15/2024

Erik Heiss
5/22/2021

Kari Green
9/30/2022
Our guide Alex was great! We were coming from a gym environment to learn how to climb outside. He demonstrated what we needed to do to be safe and incorporated it with the best routes for us to climb given our skill level. Fun time with ton of learning!

Jason Bausman
10/09/2024

Alex was great and had great knowledge of the area! He found the perfect balance of a challenge and enjoyment! Would absolutely come back to enjoy more of the Muir Valley!

Sterling McPherson
6/04/2023

Our guide for top rope climbing was Simon and he was excellent! He was a great teacher and motivator. He was always very calm and reasuring and I loved how he was able push us out of our comfort zone to accomplish climbs that we never thought we could do. We will be requesting him again when we return! The only reason I gave a 4 rating , instead of a 5 was that I was unable to contact the company via phone or email prior to our trip. Once Simon texted me the day before our climb, the communications were great.

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6/18/2023
Jennifer Lande
6/10/2022

I've had a handful of guiding experiences (all around the country) and climbing with Ian this weekend was among the best. He gave great instruction, balanced of making sure I had a good time vs got to push myself and learn. I had a great day with Ian in the Red and would highly recommend signing up with RRCG if you're thinking of having a guide for a climbing day/weekend in KY.

Jesse Plate
4/04/2022

Great vibe from both guides! We were able to switch the class last minute to better enjoy our time and not suffer through a higher skill class. Simon and Tom were great at walking us through the beginning steps of outdoor climbing as it was my first time. However they also catered to more experienced climbers! Would definitely come back and would recommend to others!

Daniel Tureac
7/14/2024
Our half-day climb in the Muir Valley worked out seamlessly. We were provided with all the gear and instructions we needed. Leor was a patient and helpful guide for our family. Thank you for a great day of challenges and laughs!

Douglas Gordon
4/20/2021

We had a great experience. Scheduling and communication beforehand was smooth. Our guide (David) was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the full day a lot of fun. Would definitely go again.

Scott Allen
7/25/2022

Caleb Wheeler
9/10/2023
Joe Herald
10/08/2024

We had an amazing time with Matt climbing at RRG! Highly highly recommend!

Michael T
3/23/2023

Beautiful location, nice hike to the Bruised Brothers wall. Our patient, knowledgeable guide Bee was helpful and friendly. Rock climbing is a challenging fun physical activity to explore.

Alison P Ballard
5/18/2024
Charlie Sisk
6/22/2021

Radical! Ian was a great guide. 10/10, would recommend for both beginners and more experienced climbers if it's their first time at the RRG.

Carlos Parodi
4/08/2022

Sura K
6/30/2022
Heather Resor
6/30/2024

Had a great day climbing with Matt and Leor. Will definitely be back 🙂

Alexander Perez
5/28/2023

We had a great day of top rope climbing with our guide Simon! He was so friendly and encouraging with the mix of new and experienced climbers in our group. Everything was well organized and all the kit we needed was provided. Highly recommend!!

Michelle
8/05/2024

Climbing the Red Since 2005

Experience

All of RRCG’s guides are certified by the American Mountain Guides Association & other standardizing bodies in risk management, wilderness medicine, & customer care to meet all your single-pitch climbing goals!

Determination

Meeting your rock climbing goals is our mission. We have the safety & technical knowledge to help you succeed. Whether you want to have a day on the ropes, learn new risk management skills, or gain better training platforms, we are here for you!

Passion

Rock climbing isn’t just our job, it’s what we love to do. Our guides genuinely love this sport & have dedicated their lives to mastering its craft. Here at Red River Climbing Guides, We are lucky enough to work at what we love & we can’t wait to show you why rock climbing is one of the most rewarding & fastest growing sports in America!

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(629) 207-0697