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575 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Full-service climbing gym with ropes, bouldering, yoga, and fitness classes in Gowanus.

11-11 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY 11101

Full-service climbing gym in Long Island City, steps from Court Square Station.

256 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027

Full-service climbing gym in the heart of Harlem on 125th Street.

221 N 14th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249

24-hour bouldering gym in Williamsburg with aerial silk, yoga, cycle classes, and rooftop bouldering.

1506 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10029

Neighborhood bouldering gym on the Upper East Side.

3225 Broadway, New York, NY 10027

Bouldering gym near Columbia University in West Harlem.

174 Delancey St, New York, NY 10002

Bouldering-only gym on the Lower East Side with 24/7 member access.

21 West End Ave, New York, NY 10069

The largest indoor rock climbing gym in Manhattan, near Columbus Circle. No reservation required.

259 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001

Central Rock Gym's Chelsea location in Midtown Manhattan.

575 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Massive bouldering facility with 6,000+ sq ft of terrain, yoga studio, Kilter/Tension boards, and cold plunge.

321 Starr St, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Full-service indoor climbing gym in Bushwick with a strong local community.

81 Quay St, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Training-focused bouldering gym in Greenpoint with Moon Boards, steep walls, and a dedicated climbing community.

20 John St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

New 'neoclassical' bouldering gym in DUMBO. Focused on training and movement for climbers 16+.

Pier 60, W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011

One of the largest indoor rock climbing walls in NYC. 46ft main wall, bouldering wall, and competition roof.

482 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036

5,000 sq ft of indoor climbing surface with over 60 routes, bouldering room, and campus boards.

Central Park West & 62nd St, New York, NY 10023

Enter at Central Park West & 62nd St; boulder is ~400ft east near Heckscher Ballfields

The most famous bouldering spot in NYC. Near the Heckscher Ballfields. Ideal for all levels. Experienced climbers often willing to share tips.

Central Park, near 62nd St & East Dr, New York, NY 10065

Enter at 5th Ave & 64th St; Cat Rock is just south of Wollman Rink

Located close to Wollman Rink. Offers varied terrain and multiple difficulty levels. Great for intermediate climbers.

Central Park, near 110th St & Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10026

Enter at 110th St & Lenox Ave (Malcolm X Blvd); boulder is in the northeast corner of the park

Located at the north end of Central Park near 110th Street. More secluded and demanding. Best for experienced climbers.

Fort Tryon Park, Margaret Corbin Dr & Cabrini Blvd, New York, NY 10040

Enter at Margaret Corbin Dr & Cabrini Blvd; traverse wall is along the main path near the Heather Garden

Long traverse wall on the main path in Fort Tryon Park. Scenic Hudson River views. A hidden gem in upper Manhattan.

Fort Tryon Park, Margaret Corbin Dr & Cabrini Blvd, New York, NY 10040

Enter at Margaret Corbin Dr & Cabrini Blvd; boulder is near the Heather Garden path

One of the standout problems in Fort Tryon Park. Check current access status as the park is working toward full bouldering approval.

Van Cortlandt Park, Broadway & W 242nd St, Bronx, NY 10471

Enter at Broadway & W 242nd St; boulders are on the east side of the park near the golf course

Home to "Slingblade" (V7), considered by many the single best boulder problem in all of NYC. A must-visit for advanced boulderers.

Morningside Park, Morningside Ave & W 113th St, New York, NY 10026

Enter at Morningside Ave & W 113th St; boulders are along the schist cliff face on the west side of the park

11 documented boulder problems along the park's schist outcroppings. Convenient for climbers near Columbia University.

St. Nicholas Park, St. Nicholas Ave & W 135th St, New York, NY 10030

Enter at St. Nicholas Ave & W 135th St; boulders are scattered along the schist outcroppings throughout the park

14 documented boulder problems in this Harlem park. Good variety of Manhattan schist bouldering.

High Bridge Park, Amsterdam Ave & W 170th St, New York, NY 10032

Enter at Amsterdam Ave & W 170th St; boulders are on the hillside near the High Bridge water tower

4 documented boulder problems near the historic High Bridge. Quiet and often uncrowded.

Marcus Garvey Park, Madison Ave & E 122nd St, New York, NY 10035

Enter at Madison Ave & E 122nd St; boulders are on the schist outcroppings in the center of the park

16 documented boulder problems in East Harlem. A local favorite with good variety.

Inwood Hill Park, Payson Ave & Dyckman St, New York, NY 10034

Enter at Payson Ave & Dyckman St; boulders are on the large schist outcroppings in the forested interior

13 documented boulder problems in the northernmost park in Manhattan. Large schist outcroppings in a forested setting.

867 Broadway, New York, NY 10003

NYC's iconic sports specialty store since 1908. Multiple floors of gear including a dedicated climbing section with shoes, harnesses, hardware, and apparel.

303 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012

The flagship REI store in NYC, located in the historic Puck Building. Three floors of outdoor gear including a comprehensive climbing department.

575 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY 11217

In-house gear shop at Movement Gowanus staffed by climbing experts. Shoes, chalk, apparel, and accessories.

221 N 14th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249

Retail shop inside VITAL Brooklyn carrying climbing shoes, chalk, and essentials.

21 West End Ave, New York, NY 10069

Retail section inside Central Rock Gym Manhattan with climbing shoes, gear, and apparel.

reddit.com/r/ClimbNYC

The dedicated NYC climbing subreddit. A place to organize meetups, find belay partners, discuss gyms, and share trip reports. Active since 2013. Covers NYC and the broader Tri-State area.

reddit.com/r/climbing

The main climbing subreddit with over 1 million members worldwide. The largest online climbing community. NYC climbers are very active here with gear advice, technique questions, and trip planning.

reddit.com/r/bouldering

Dedicated bouldering subreddit with hundreds of thousands of members. NYC gym and outdoor bouldering discussions are frequent. Great for beta, problem recommendations, and training advice.

facebook.com/groups/51856666955

Open Facebook group for anyone interested in climbing or bouldering in NYC. Beginner-friendly. Members share gym updates, outdoor conditions, and organize group sessions.

facebook.com/groups/604342113003501

Active Facebook community for NYC boulderers. Members share videos, photos, and ideas, and organize sessions at both indoor gyms and outdoor spots around the city.

mountainproject.com/area/106044528/new-york-city

The definitive outdoor climbing route database. The NYC section documents all outdoor bouldering problems in the five boroughs with photos, grades, and user reviews. Essential for outdoor climbers.

meetup.com

Multiple active Meetup.com groups organize regular climbing sessions at NYC gyms and outdoor areas. Good for beginners looking for a structured way to meet other climbers in person.

Citywide (based in Harlem, NY)

A community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit promoting equity in climbing for all people in NYC. Programs include Free Sole-O (shoe distribution), monthly mini-clinics, and the Harlem Rock Club for youth.

Citywide, New York, NY

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting tri-state Asian climbers, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Creates safe community spaces and raises awareness.

Citywide (sessions at multiple NYC gyms)

Nonprofit providing accessible and affordable climbing experiences for individuals with disabilities. Hosts regular sessions at NYC gyms.

Citywide, New York, NY

The NYC chapter of the national American Alpine Club. Hosts meetups, events, and community gatherings for climbers of all abilities.

Citywide, New York, NY

The NY-North Jersey chapter of the AMC offers climbing events, instruction, and outdoor trips for climbers of all abilities.