The best climbing gyms in Arizona

#1 Phoenix Rock Gym

4.7 ★★★★★ 863 reviews · Tempe, AZ

Indoor rock-climbing gym offering a variety of routes and training for beginners.

“It was our first visit because my daughter said she wanted to try climbing. The facility was really large and had many climbing zones with various levels of difficulty. The indoor …” — Dahee

#2 Rock Solid Climbing + Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 319 reviews · Tucson, AZ

Clean fitness centre featuring a climbing wall with both bouldering and harness areas.

“Pretty great gym. There are a variety of walls, even a taller one with autobelays. I really enjoyed the topout area. The shower was super private and clean. The setting was great! …” — Aaron

#3 Focus Climbing Center

4.5 ★★★★★ 463 reviews · Mesa, AZ

Sizable indoor rock climbing operation, with classes for a range of experience levels.

“The owner is awesome! I was super new to rock climbing and he gave a really good explanation and demonstration of what to do and not to do. If it's your first time rock climbing I …” — Quan

#4 Alta Climbing and Fitness

4.7 ★★★★★ 355 reviews · Gilbert, AZ

Climbing gym offering top rope and lead climbing as well as a fitness center, yoga classes, and indoor cycling.

“Excellent place for the whole family. I saw every age group climbing, from 60's to 3 year olds. I left this place feeling like spider man, but I also was humbled to see many small …” — Ryan

#5 Life Time

4.2 ★★★★☆ 685 reviews · Goodyear, AZ

Spacious gym featuring group classes and cardio machines as well as an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

“My family has loved Lifetime forever. We relocated from Minnesota and we moved to Litchfield Park. The Palm Valley club is closest to our new home and man does it make us feel like…” — Tarah

#6 Black Rock Bouldering Gym

4.8 ★★★★★ 289 reviews · Phoenix, AZ

Social rock-climbing spot with bouldering, plus yoga and fitness classes.

“Great bouldering gym. Definitely my favorite in the area, and when my friends come from out of town I take them here. Routes are diverse and interesting and they trade out their ro…” — Sarah

#7 Climbmax Rock Climbing Gym

4.5 ★★★★★ 345 reviews · Tempe, AZ

Spacious bi-level arena featuring a mix of top-rope routes, lead climbing & bouldering options.

“Old school climbing gym with fun route setting! Lead, toprope, and boulder problems are all fun, and well thought out. Especially the boulder tunnel that connects the two levels. I…” — Collin

#8 Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym

4.6 ★★★★★ 254 reviews · Peoria, AZ

Family-friendly facility for rock climbing featuring multiple levels of difficulty, plus bouldering and climbing lessons.

“First time, climbing and I love how big this place is and I love the auto belayers that make it easier to learn especially when you’re climbing alone ! Bought some chalk for 1.50 w…” — Gold

#9 Bouldering Project - Tempe

4.4 ★★★★☆ 309 reviews · Tempe, AZ

“What a fantastic bouldering gym! Besides the great climbing the atmosphere is also great and everyone is nice. The kind of place where you can strike up a conversation with anyone …” — Maggie

#10 Gecko Climbing Gym

4.8 ★★★★★ 167 reviews · Phoenix, AZ

Rock-climbing gym with 30-ft. roped walls and a bouldering area, plus kids' programs.

“Just visiting from Dallas. Very nice new gym! I can't wait for them to expand and maybe get some taller top ropes in the future. The grading is great, facility's clean and safe. St…” — Alyssa