What we’re about
The Arizona Mountaineering Club was founded in 1964 for the purpose of promoting and teaching safe rock climbing.
Our Mission is to provide educational opportunities, climbing experiences, advocacy to protect our climbing resources, and stewardship of the Arizona Outdoors by promoting volunteerism and community engagement.
Today the AMC has over 300 members who are involved in all aspects of rock climbing, mountaineering and various other outdoor sports. AMC members range from the occasional weekend climber to those who attempt the highest mountains around the world.
If you already have climbing skills and experience, join other members on some of our regular outings – a great way to meet new friends and discover new climbing areas.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- AMC Payson Campout: Top-Rope Climbing at Christopher Creek GorgePayson, Payson, AZ
This is an outing exclusively for participants the AMC Payson Campout. No RSVPs for this one. See AMC Campout in Payson!
Saturday we will be climbing in the Christopher Creek Gorge. We will spend the morning at Spring Creek (upper). As the sun begins to encroach upon us after noon, we will move over to Confluence Wall for the rest of the day. Both areas offer a good range of moderate to hard climbing.
https://www.mountainproject.com/area/124332931/upper-wall
https://www.mountainproject.com/area/111024985/confluence-wall
Outing leaders will provide ropes and anchor material and will setup all climbs. We will keep an eye on the weather and cancel only for heavy rain/lighting or excessive heat.
Skills Required
BORC or equivalent training/experience. Proper belay technique using PBUS, climbing calls, basic climbing knots.Getting There
We will meet at the Christopher Creek Gorge parking area at 7:00am. The parking area is off of highway 260 ~5 miles East of the campground. See meetup location for details.The Approach
Spring Creek is a short distance from the parking area. Confluence Wall is farther from the parking area, roughly 15 minutes of hiking. The trail has some steep sections with loose footing. Plan to maneuver around/over boulders and pools. The trail offers little to no shade and it can get hot hiking in, out, and between climbing areas.What to Bring
Bring AT LEAST 3L of WATER, ELECTROLYTES, FOOD for the day, UV protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, sun hoody etc) and any other personal items you need for a full day outside. Check weather beforehand and layer accordingly. Bring shoes suitable for hiking and a pack to accommodate all of your stuff plus club gear and rope(s) to keep your hands free on the approach/return.Bring your personal climbing gear including: helmet, harness, personal anchor, climbing shoes, rappel/belay device(s), 48’ sewn runner/sling, auto block, prusiks, and at least 3 locking carabiners.
Participants
This outing is limited to participants of the AMC Payson Campout. All participants must be current AMC members and must have a waiver on file.DISCLAIMER As per your signed Waiver, Climbing is a personal choice and requires personal responsibility. Climbing and associate activities are inherently dangerous and can result in injury and/or death. Climbing exposes you to risks. Risks are not eliminated by training or skill. By your participation in any AMC activity or event, you accept and assume any and all risks, including those created by negligence connected to such activity or event.
- AMC Payson Campout: Multi-Pitch 5.8 Climbing at Christopher Creek GorgePayson, Payson, AZ
This is an outing exclusively for participants the AMC Payson Campout. No RSVPs for this one. See AMC Campout in Payson!
I can take a maximum of 4 people.
Saturday we will be climbing in the Christopher Creek Gorge. We will climb a 3 pitch 5.8 known as Nathan's Nutcracker.
I suggest you be proficient in top roping up to 5.9.Outing leaders will provide ropes and anchor material and will setup all climbs. We will keep an eye on the weather and cancel only for heavy rain/lighting or excessive heat.
Skills Required
BORC or equivalent training/experience. Proper belay technique using PBUS, climbing calls, basic climbing knots.Getting There
We will meet at the Christopher Creek Gorge parking area at 7:00am. The parking area is off of highway 260 ~5 miles East of the campground. See meetup location for details.The Approach
The New World is roughly 25 minutes of hiking. The trail has some steep sections with loose footing. Plan to maneuver around/over boulders and pools. The trail offers little to no shade and it can get hot hiking in, out, and between climbing areas.What to Bring
Bring AT LEAST 3L of WATER, ELECTROLYTES, FOOD for the day, UV protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, sun hoody etc) and any other personal items you need for a full day outside. Check weather beforehand and layer accordingly. Bring shoes suitable for hiking and a pack to accommodate all of your stuff plus club gear and rope(s) to keep your hands free on the approach/return. Either bring an additional small pack to climb with or expect to use the pack you hike in with.Bring your personal climbing gear including: helmet, harness, personal anchor, climbing shoes, rappel/belay device(s), 48’ sewn runner/sling, auto block, prusiks, and at least 3 locking carabiners.
Participants
This outing is limited to participants of the AMC Payson Campout. All participants must be current AMC members and must have a waiver on file.DISCLAIMER As per your signed Waiver, Climbing is a personal choice and requires personal responsibility. Climbing and associate activities are inherently dangerous and can result in injury and/or death. Climbing exposes you to risks. Risks are not eliminated by training or skill. By your participation in any AMC activity or event, you accept and assume any and all risks, including those created by negligence connected to such activity or event.
- AMC Canyoneering - Half Dilly (Sedona, AZ)Needs location
## Details
If you're new to canyoneering, it's a mix of hiking, orienteering, and rappelling. In my opinion, Sedona offers the best introductory canyons in the country. We will be doing Half Dilly, which most agree is the "biggest bang for the buck" canyon off Bear Mountain.
Overview
The hike up will involve about 1,100 feet of elevation gain and 4 rappels (R1 20', R2 30', R3 95', and R4 170'). You may be asked to take a turn carrying a rope. Before our first rappel, we can scramble up the break in the rocks to get a view of the Fay Canyon Arch.I'll send detailed information once we have the participants identified. Please message me if you have questions, and I hope to see you out there.
More Info on the canyon:
https://www.sedonacanyoneering.com/half-dilly
https://ropewiki.com/Half_DillyRequirements:
- AMC Member
- Waiver on File
- Completed Basic Outdoor Rock Climbing School (or equivalent)
- Comfortable in warm weather
