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Duke Point Climbing

Last Updated: Oct, 2026
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Sandstone in the Nanaimo area becomes extremely compromised when wet and you will break holds that may not have broken if you had waited for them to dry out. DO NOT CLIMB WET SANDSTONE ON VANCOUVER ISLAND!

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A series of small sandstone cliffs and boulders providing numerous eliminates and great landings. Duke point is perfect for first time outdoor boulderers while still containing some of the most quality V8+ problems in the Nanaimo area. Probably the most outstanding area in Nanaimo and one of the best spots to hang out and boulder on the Island.

To access this amazing sandstone, head North on the Duke Point Hwy just south of Nanaimo.
This digital Duke Point climbing guidebook gives you GPS navigation, verified topos, and beta for hundreds of climbs. Explore classics and hidden gems with offline access to maps, directions, and beta videos. Whether it's your first visit or fiftieth, KAYA makes your Duke Point days smoother, safer, and more dialed. A series of small sandstone cliffs and boulders providing numerous eliminates and great landings. Duke point is perfect for first time outdoor boulderers while still containing some of the most quality V8+ problems in the Nanaimo area. Probably the most outstanding area in Nanaimo and one of the best spots to hang out and boulder on the Island. To access this amazing sandstone, head North on the Duke Point Hwy just south of Nanaimo.

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ZACH YOUNG
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Seems Right v4
Nanaimo Classic
★ 4(v4, Solid)
1.26.2026
ZACH YOUNG
@ZachSucks
QED Traverse v1
For what it is, it's perfect
★ 5(v1, Solid)
1.26.2026
ZACH YOUNG
@ZachSucks
Reverse Tide v3
Good addition to the warm up boulder. More valid as an alternate to Express Tide because it neglects the sit start to V5 Warm-Up. Good for warming up the toes and core for Spring Tide and Spring Mud.
★ 2(v3, Solid)
1.26.2026
CONNOR VAN WIEREN
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Robo Boogie v1
★ 3(v1, Solid)
10.17.2025
CONNOR VAN WIEREN
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Hole in My Heart v1
★ 3(v1, Solid)
10.17.2025
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