Learn about indoor and outdoor rock climbing in the Midwest, from bouldering and crag hopping to sport, trad, and ice climbing.
Terrain Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards 2022
We asked, you answered. Based on 18,000+ responses, here are [...]
Terrain Magazine’s Guide to Rock Climbing, Inside and Out
Terrain Magazine's comprehensive guide to rock climbing, from indoor to outside.
Rock Climbing Returns to Rockwoods Reservation
Imagine clocking out of work at 5 p.m. and being [...]
Rock Climbing Debuts at the 2021 Summer Olympics
Rock climbing debuts at the 2021 Summer Olympics.
Five Major Projects Protected by the Illinois Climbers Association
The Illinois Climbers Association is dedicated to preserving climbing and bouldering access in Illinois through education, conservation, and cooperation.
Five Epic Races and Outdoor Competitions in Missouri
Here are five epic Midwest outdoor events and races that force participants to draw deep within themselves and that attract scores of spectators to cheer them on (and rock the after-party).
Bouldering at Elephant Rocks State Park in Belleview, Missouri
“What’s that on your back?” People who don the curiously [...]
Ice Climbing for Beginners and Beyond in Illinois
Exploring ice climbing for beginners and experienced enthusiasts in Illinois.
St. Louis Outdoors Standouts: 2021 Terrain Readers’ Choice Awards
Terrain Magazine's Readers' Choice Awards recognize the best people, businesses, and activities in the St. Louis outdoors.
Gearing Up As You Level Up in Rock Climbing
For most rock climbers, the content of their gear bag evolves akin to their skills. Here's a look at the basics of gearing up as you level up in climbing.