Determination Towers Adventure

Full-Day Determination Towers Adventure

Located just a short distance northwest of Moab, the Determination Towers provide a unique climbing opportunity that features a 300-foot tall sandstone tower formation. This two-pitch route is a must-do for intermediate or advanced rock climbers looking for a thrilling adventure.

The approach to the climb takes you through a gentle 3-mile hike (one-way), which is relatively flat, gaining only approximately 500 feet over the entire distance. Along the way, the landscape is dotted with sandy washes and rocky outcroppings, featuring five different geologic formations, including the Entrada and Carmel formations, in which you'll get to climb on as these formations make up the climbing route.

As you make your way to the base of the climb, you'll be surrounded by the rust-red hues of Southeastern Utah's iconic sandstone formations and vast expanses of desert landscape. The effort is well rewarded, as the climb begins with a 5.9 first pitch, followed by a second pitch that is mostly 5.10 with a few 5.11 moves. The most distinctive feature of this route is the "Windows" encountered halfway up, which require the use of funky offwidth, stemming, or other contortion techniques to ascend. The views from the top are breathtaking, offering panoramic views of Merrimack and Monitor Buttresses.

Canyon Country Adventure Rating Scale:

  • Skill Level: 5.11- Trad (Not Sustained)

  • Fun Index: H

  • Learning Value: H

  • Emotional Impact: M

  • Traffic Index: L

  • Total Time Requirement: 5-7 Hours

Highlights:

  • Relatively isolated from tourism noise

  • Likely to have the climb to yourself

  • Unique tower that has 'Windows' that you climb through

  • Amazing scenery from the top of the tower

Details:

Prerequisites:

  • Age: 12+

  • Ability to hike 6 miles

  • Ability to top-rope sustained 5.10 routes

  • Ability to lead belay and rappel

What to Bring:

  • Lunch

  • 2-4 liters of water

  • Day pack or hydration pack

  • Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses

  • Season appropriate clothing

Pricing:

  • 2 People - $150 per person

  • 1 Person - $200

Additional 9.75% Sales Tax and Permit Fees added at checkout

Payment methods:

  • Cash: 5% discount

  • Check, Venmo, PayPal