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Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall

5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Climbing gym in Gurnee, Illinois

Hosts birthday parties Yoga & fitness

Plan your visit

  • Day pass around $7.99 — check current rates; most gyms price gear rental separately and discount off-peak
  • Gear rental nearly every climbing gym rents shoes (~$5–8 typical) and chalk; harness rental is often bundled with a ropes pass
  • Waiver always required at climbing gyms — sign it online before you go to skip the front-desk line
  • First timer? bouldering needs zero experience — rent shoes and walk in; staff will point you at the easiest problems
  • Yoga & fitness mentioned alongside the climbing — ask about the class schedule and what a pass includes
  • Memberships available — worth asking about if you'd climb more than a few times a month
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  • Website greatwolf.com

Hours

Monday 10 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–10 PM
Thursday 10 AM–10 PM
Friday 10 AM–10 PM
Saturday 10 AM–10 PM
Sunday 10 AM–10 PM

Hours can shift for holidays, competitions, and youth-team practice — worth a quick check before a special trip.

From the reviews

This is a must-visit if you are staying at the lodge. When we went, there were 3 courses available. They were 2 easier ones, and one hard one. The attendants are super friendly, so don't be afraid to ask for any advice or help. It is a great way to conquer your fear of heights if you have one.

★★★★★ — Kevin, Aug 2024

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Birthday parties at Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall

Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall hosts birthday parties — confirmed on their own site. Climbing parties come with staff who handle the harnesses and belaying, so parents can mostly watch. One thing that's different here: every guest needs a signed waiver — send the gym's waiver link to the other parents when you send invites, or check-in day gets slow. Packages, party rooms, and pricing change often, so check the current options and book ahead — weekend slots go fast at popular gyms.

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Where to find Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall

1700 Nations Dr, Gurnee, IL60031

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