Los Angeles Climbing Gym Guide
Los Angeles is a big place, so it makes sense that there are a lot of climbers and hence a lot of climbing gyms. Below, I’ve gather a list of climbing gyms around LA, some of which are part of chains that have multiple facilities in LA and others that are standalone operations.
Standalone Gyms
First, here’s a list of gyms that only have one facility in the LA area (though they may have gyms in other cities)
Long Beach Rising
A climbing community in Long Beach, providing various climbing experiences.
Address: 205 E Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90813
Website: Long Beach Rising
Rockreation
A well-established gym with a variety of climbing and fitness programs.
Address: 11866 La Grange Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Website: Rockreation
Movement Fountain Valley
Features 30,000 square feet of bouldering space and a comprehensive fitness regime.
Address: 18030 Newhope St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Website: Movement Fountain Valley
Boulderdash
One of LA’s oldest rock gyms, known for its friendly environment and extensive climbing areas.
Address: 880 Hampshire Road, Suite A, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Website: Boulderdash
Sender One Climbing Gyms
Sender One runs several climbing gyms around LA and the Inland Empire.
Sender One LAX
Known for its extensive climbing facilities and vibrant community, offering climbing and fitness classes.
Address: 11220 Hindry Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Website: Sender One LAX
Sender One Westwood
Features state-of-the-art climbing walls and a variety of fitness classes, providing a comprehensive climbing experience.
Address: 10887 Lindbrook Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Website: Sender One Westwood
Sender One Playa Vista
Offers a boutique climbing experience with top-tier facilities in the Playa Vista area.
Address: 12775 W. Millennium Suite 4-140A, Los Angeles, CA 90094
Website: Sender One Playa Vista
Touchstone Climbing Gyms
Toughstone Climbing runs gyms in LA and the Bay Area. Below are the SoCal gyms.
LA Boulders
Located in the Arts District, this bouldering-only gym is known for its high walls and strong community focus.
Website: LA Boulders
Hollywood Boulders
Combines state-of-the-art facilities with a variety of fitness classes in the Hollywood area.
Address: 1107 North Bronson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
Website: Hollywood Boulders
Cliffs of Id
Offering both rope climbing and bouldering with modern amenities and fitness classes.
Address: 2537 S. Fairfax, Culver City, CA 90232
Website: Cliffs of Id
Verdigo Boulders
Burbank’s premier bouldering gym with a mix of climbing challenges and fitness options.
Address: 266 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502
Website: Verdigo Boulders
The Post
Offers incredible climbing terrain from bouldering to sport climbing with state-of-the-art facilities.
Address: 1100 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
Website: The Post
Class 5
Features state-of-the-art flooring and wall design combined with a wide range of fitness options.
Address: 20120 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
Website: Class 5
The Stronghold Climbing Gyms
Stronghold Climbing has two gyms in the LA, one in Lincoln Heights and another in Echo Park.
The Stronghold Climbing Gym Lincoln Heights
Offers a variety of climbing styles and classes in a historic location.
Address: 650 South Avenue 21, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Website: Stronghold Lincoln Heights
The Stronghold Climbing Gym Echo Park
Features bouldering and top rope climbing with comprehensive programs.
Address: 1624 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Website: Stronghold Echo Park
Hanger 18
Hanger 18 runs climbing gyms all over LA and the Inland Empire. Here are two near LA proper.
Hangar 18 – Arcadia
Known for its affordability and a wide range of climbing options including top-roping and bouldering.
Address: 305 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
Website: Hangar 18 Arcadia
Hangar 18 – Long Beach
Known for its affordability and a wide range of climbing options including top-roping and bouldering.
Address: 305 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
Website: Hangar 18 Long Beach
