Vernon Climbing

This digital Vernon 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 Vernon days smoother, safer, and more dialed.

Vernon, British Columbia offers a quieter climbing experience in the North Okanagan, with a handful of local crags that provide a good mix of sport, trad and bouldering options. While the climbing scene here isn’t as extensive as in nearby Kelowna, Vernon’s crags are easily accessible and see less traffic, making them a solid choice for those looking to avoid the crowds. The area’s dry climate and long seasons are a plus, and its proximity to Kelowna’s renowned Boulderfields adds variety for those willing to make the drive. Outside of climbing, Vernon has a relaxed, small-town feel ... Show more

This digital Vernon 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 Vernon days smoother, safer, and more dialed. Vernon, British Columbia offers a quieter climbing experience in the North Okanagan, with a handful of local crags that provide a good mix of sport, trad and bouldering options. While the climbing scene here isn’t as extensive as in nearby Kelowna, Vernon’s crags are easily accessible and see less traffic, making them a solid choice for those looking to avoid the crowds. The area’s dry climate and long seasons are a plus, and its proximity to Kelowna’s renowned Boulderfields adds variety for those willing to make the drive. Outside of climbing, Vernon has a relaxed, small-town feel with access to lakes, trails, and a local spots to grab a bite or a beer. It may not be a major climbing hub, but for locals and road-trippers alike, Vernon offers a low-key base with enough rock to keep things interesting. Vernon can be accessed easily year round using highway 97 and 97A from the north and south. Driving times vary depending on seasonality. Access by air is also possible as Vernon is located