About StoneMan Climbing
StoneMan Climbing is Arizona's specialist outdoor rock climbing guide service, offering guided climbs, rappelling adventures, and instruction across the granite crags of the McDowell Mountains, Camelback Mountain, and other iconic desert climbing spots within easy reach of Scottsdale. Founded by experienced climbers with a passion for making the sport accessible to everyone, StoneMan has built a reputation as the go-to operator for both first-time climbers and experienced visitors looking for expert-led outdoor climbing in the Phoenix metro area.
Their trip menu includes half-day guided climbs tailored to beginners, advanced multi-pitch outings for experienced climbers, and combination bike-and-climb tours that pair mountain biking with a climbing session. All gear — harnesses, helmets, ropes, shoes — is provided, and guides conduct thorough safety briefings and belay instruction before every climb. Routes range from gentle slab faces perfect for kids and nervous first-timers to challenging overhangs and crack systems that test seasoned climbers. Private and group bookings are available, with custom itineraries for corporate team-building events and birthday parties.
What sets StoneMan apart is their guides' deep knowledge of Arizona's outdoor climbing areas and their genuine commitment to making climbing fun and safe for people of all ages and abilities. The company also runs adaptive climbing programmes for people with disabilities, reflecting a belief that the joy of climbing should be available to everyone. Their consistently stellar reviews highlight the patience and enthusiasm of the guides, the quality of the equipment, and the unforgettable experience of scaling real desert rock under Arizona's blue sky.
