The best climbing gyms in Arkansas
Ranked by the climbers who actually pull on the holds — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 2,797 reviews of Arkansas gyms. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true climbing gyms only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Climb Bentonville
4.6 ★★★★★ 640 reviews · Bentonville, AR
Climbing gym with varied walls, plus yoga and fitness offerings.
“Our kids had a great time! The staff were very helpful and patient when teaching our young ones about the equipment and climbing.” — Nicole
#2 Boulders and Brews: Climbing and Coffee
4.9 ★★★★★ 245 reviews · Fayetteville, AR
Low-key gym for bouldering, rock climbing and yoga as well as fitness classes.
“I followed Boulders and Brews on their socials way before they ever opened their doors for business. I had been going to nationwide big gym for workouts for years but cancelled my …” — Sara
#3 Vertical Horizons Climbing Gym
4.8 ★★★★★ 162 reviews · Fort Smith, AR
Indoor gym for scaling rock-climbing walls of varying degrees of difficulty, plus a bouldering area.
“Awesome new climbing gym. It has bouldering, lead climbing, top rope, and 4 auto belays. You can purchase a day pass for about $20 with gear or get a monthly membership for about $…” — Boulder
#4 Little Rock Climbing Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 124 reviews · Little Rock, AR
Indoor climbing gym with challenging climbs, plus classes, events and gear rentals.
“We recently brought our young men to this climbing facility as part of our Aaronic Priesthood camp, and we had a great experience from the moment we walked in. The young men who ch…” — Joey
#5 Ozark Climbing Gym
4.5 ★★★★★ 58 reviews · Springdale, AR
Locally owned bouldering gym with a welcoming community for climbers of all ages and skill levels.
“Awesome gym. Used to be bro-ey but now staff is helpful, not condescending, present and nice. Bouldering routes go from easy to super-hard, and rotate quite often (1 wall/week!). S…” — Robin
#6 Jamestown Crag
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 reviews · Batesville, AR
“Great place! We actually preferred Jamestown Crag to Horseshoe Canyon Ranch because it's less crowded, cheaper, you have cell phone service, and the campsites are not a far walk at…” — Fallon
#7 Upward Ninja and Bouldering
4.8 ★★★★★ 31 reviews · Siloam Springs, AR
Ninja and bouldering gym providing classes and gym time for all ages.
“Never knew this place was here but it was a great place. We came for a birthday party and everyone had a blast. The staff was awesome and very helpful not to mention engaged with t…” — Richard