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Guided rock climbing experiences in and around Western North Carolina. AMGA Certified Rock Guide

10/13/2026

An early fall lap with great conditions up this Shortoff mega classic, Straight and Narrow, is what it’s all about. Colors are starting to change, temps are cooling off and the sun is just a little bit lower in the sky. I wait all year for this!

October has been a great month, I’m thankful for all the folks who have decided to spend some time with me in these amazing places.

Like always, looking forward to many more days like this one!

10/04/2026

Just out here soaking in that early fall goodness. Another excellent day at the South Side of Looking Glass Rock!

Don’t miss the colors this season, they’ll be popping before you know it and gone if you look away!

Happy climbing y’all!

09/28/2026

We had an amazing early season day up at Big Rock this weekend. It was so fun getting my Intro to Top Rope Climbing students out on some real rock!

We’ve had a great semester so far and it’s been a joy to watch these folks learn the basic techniques of rope climbing and start to put their new skills to good use.

Looking forward to many more great days out on the rock and in the classroom this season!

09/10/2026

As cooler temps are on the horizon, so is big day season! Shortoff Mountain surely comes to mind for epic fall climbing.

Here are a few iconic must-dos:

Little Corner 5.6
Maginot Line 5.7
Paradise Alley 5.8
Construction Job 5.9
D***y Duck 5.9
Straight and Narrow 5.10

Come prepared for a full-value day on some of NC’s finest adventure stone!

* Photos from Maginot Line and D***y Duck

09/05/2026

Some of NC’s finest. Ship Rock.

No better spot to finish out this summer’s heat!

05/11/2026

Something I love about guiding is getting to see folks try new things, face fear, and overcome that fear all in a matter of a few hours. It’s pretty rewarding to say the least.

Sydney, on her first time climbing outdoors learned to lead belay, tie-in, belay commands, how to clean trad gear, how to move on rock (we climbed 5 pitches), and she climbed a multipitch, amongst many other things. Seeing her move through stages of fear and overcome it is so fun for me.

I’m thankful for these days out on rock with good folks!

Table Rock was the perfect venue and Linville Gorge never disappoints!

05/04/2026

The Breaks is one of my favorite places to vacation. It’s such a beautiful place, the climbing is quality, the approaches are short, and camping/logging is very reasonable.

I’m also happy to have the privilege of offering guided climbing in the park. I recommend spending two days climbing here to maximize your visit, as the park is secluded/ tucked deep in Appalachia, making for a great immersive climbing experience where being present in the park is the priority.

Spring/ Fall is the prime season, as most locations are, but there is shade to be found in the summer season as well.

There are also great rest-day activities, such as the Elk Tour, endless hiking trails, and even the option to cool off down in the river!

If you have any questions about climbing at The Breaks, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m looking forward to a great time showing you around one of my favorite places!

• Nikon FA/AF3. Ilford HP5, Kodak Gold/ UltraMax •

04/28/2026

Stone surfin on the south side of Looking Glass Rock.

Super fun day cruising up

Second Coming 5.7,
Gemini 5.8,
and Rats Ass 5.8.

Spring vibes on Kodak UltraMax.

04/21/2026

A few snapshots from Table Rock’s east and north face!

Skip to my Lou - My Route - White Lightning ⚡️
Made for a super fun day!

Looking forward to the next time!

On Portra 400

04/15/2026

Maybe one of the last sendy days of the season for Rumbling Bald! I was glad to spend this cool spring day with these fellas!

Now that temperatures are starting to stay consistently warmer it’s time to start looking to higher ground and shade.

Some of my favorite shade options include:

Morning sessions at Hawksbill and Ship Rock are the best of the best!

Early morning at Shortoff (beat the sun for the hike).

Early morning at the South Side of Looking Glass.

Morning at the Nose of Looking Glass.

Late morning to afternoon at the North Side of Looking Glass.

Hope to climb with you soon!

Photos made with Kodak UltraMax and Nikon FA

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Hendersonville, NC

Telephone

+18282145194

Website

http://www.guillardclimbing.com/

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