
What we’re about
Rock Climbers of San Diego meetup group (RSCD) brings together rock climbing enthusiasts of all experience levels through meetups at indoor climbing gyms and outdoor crags. Those new to rock climbing can benefit through beginner friendly meetups geared toward introducing the sport with some basic and beneficial information. Experienced climbers will easily find potential climbing partners through any of the gatherings this meetup has to offer. Members span the full gamut of climbing styles, from indoor gym climbing, to outdoor sport and multipitch traditional climbing, and even alpine/ice and mountaineering. Rock Climbers of San Diego promotes safe rock climbing through informational meetups that expose members to new safety concepts and techniques. RCSD members and organizers are constantly learning from others and happily sharing their knowledge. And most of all, we get out and climb!
Rock climbing is an inherently dangerous sport. Please be aware that this group consists of rock climbing enthusiasts and NOT rock climbing guides. Your safety is your responsibility.
Note: In July of 2023, this group had a hostile takeover and all 5,500 members were removed from the group. After getting the group back (I'm a longtime event host), I contacted meetup support and asked for their help. They were able to restore all 5,500+ members.
Upcoming events
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Rock Climbing Halloween Weekend Oct 31-Nov 2, 2025
Location not specified yetI have Group Site 1 reserved in Sheep's Pass from Friday, October 31 to Sunday, November 2. I may be climbing with another group of climbers so if you plan on attending please be sure that either you are capable of setting up routes on your own or pair up with those that can do so. The more rope guns capable of setting up routes (and leading off smaller groups) the better so that we are not all climbing in the same area and hogging the crag. If you can set up routes and are willing to take out small groups of people out at different areas to climb, please state that you are willing to do so and how many people that you can accommodate.
This is not a meet up for inexperienced new climbers. To attend this meet up you must be capable of setting up your own climbs or partner up with someone who can set up climbs before attending.
The traditional potluck will be Saturday night (not all dessert items please and if you plan on participating, please concentrate on one food item to share). Participation is not mandatory.
To encourage people to carpool, the cost will be $15 per car for the whole weekend regardless of how many nights you stay or the # of people in your car, so please carpool. Please bring $5 bills as I may not have change. I also accept Venmo (@Wing-Leong) or Zelle.
A separate entrance fee to enter the National Park is $30/car for 7 days. An annual Joshua Tree Park Pass is $55 for just Joshua Tree National Park itself. The America's Adventure Pass (cost $80) will get you into all National Parks for 1 year.
No +1s for the Meetup. Please have guests join meetup.com and RSVP themselves.
Costume wearing is strongly recommended on Saturday. The winner with the best costume will have the vehicle in which he/she is riding exempt from paying $15.
If you can not make it, PLEASE remove yourself from the RSVP list. The weather may be extremely variable during this time frame so be sure that you bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and firewood. Adverse weather conditions will cancel. The weather forecast is at this link: Joshua Tree 7 Day Forecast (http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.00144280255186&lon=-116.12548828125&site=vef&smap=1&unit=0&lg=en&FcstType=text#.V87w7JgrKUk).
Some other information:- It can get very cold at night and yet be warm enough during the day to wear just t-shirts so plan on layering your outerwear accordingly.
- Don't forget to bring a headlamp if you're climbing in the afternoon as sunset is at 1716 hours the first day. I have climbed before with people who forget how quickly this sneaks up on you.
- • Important to know
LIABILITY: The Organizers in this group are not professional guides. The function of this organizer is to only organize the trip. You, and no one else, are 100% responsible for your safety at all times. Your attendance at this meetup signifies you agree to not hold this Meetup group or its organizers responsible for any injuries to your person or property that may occur from this event or in the future application of any information given during this meetup. CLIMB AT YOUR OWN RISK!
Adverse weather or another shutdown will cancel this event.6 attendees
Mission Valley 10 Year Anniversary Party
Mission Valley Mesa Rim, 405 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, San Diego, CA, USIndoor Rock Climbing at the MISSION VALLEY LOCATION
First timers, beginners and experienced climbers are all welcome.[https://account.mesarim.com/missionvalley/programs/mv-10yearanniversary](This is the link to the event and their description.)
Join us at Mesa Rim Mission Valley on Friday, November 7th from 5–9 PM for our 10-Year Anniversary Celebration, a night of climbing, community, and fun!
Here’s what’s happening:- 🧗♀️ Special partner climbs and a lights-out climbing session
- 🎟️ Raffles and giveaways throughout the night
- 🍻 Local vendors including Harland Brewing, Serpentine Cider, Base Kamp Meals, Dayon Coffee, and more
- 💥 $10 day passes and waived startup fees available all day
Whether you’re a longtime member or new to climbing, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with the San Diego climbing community and celebrate ten amazing years with Mesa Rim Mission Valley!
Mesa Rim is the best indoor climbing facility in San Diego and has very nice facilities, including a huge bouldering area, padded floors, exercise equipment, and 50 ft HIGH WALLS!
*** Mesa Rim requires you to take a belay lesson. If you do not know how to tie in with a figure-8 knot and use a belay device with the proper hand-over-hand technique you will need the belay lesson.
*** If needed, Please call Mesa Rim and reserve a spot for a belay lesson.
If you are new to this meetup, ask the front desk to point us out. Some of the staff might not be informed about the meetup. If that happens, have them make an announcement that there's a meetup member at the front desk.
*Any questions, call Mesa Rim or send me a message through Meetup.2 attendees
Past events
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