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Whetstone Climbing, located at 220 Smokey St, Fort Collins, CO, offers a top-tier rock climbing experience for all ages and skill levels. The gym boasts a spacious layout with a variety of climbing options, including top rope and lead climbing, as well as extensive bouldering areas. Additional amenities include a yoga studio, fitness room, and a bar, enhancing the overall experience. The friendly and helpful staff contribute to a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere.

Customers rave about the gym's excellent route setting, cleanliness, and the supportive environment. With thoughtful amenities like hand-washing stations and a kid-friendly design, Whetstone Climbing ensures a memorable experience for both individual climbers and families. However, some users have noted a need for more auto-belays and not all routes are accessible for shorter climbers or beginners.

Pros:

  • Spacious and clean facility
  • Friendly and helpful staff
  • Great for all skill levels
  • Variety of climbing options
  • Kid-friendly areas
  • Excellent route setting
  • Yoga studio and fitness room
  • Community-focused atmosphere
  • Bar and coffee options
  • Thoughtful amenities

Cons:

  • Need more auto-belays
  • Some routes favor taller climbers
  • Day pass doesn't include equipment rentals

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Reviews (110)

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I love this gym! The facility is large, very open, and there is lots of lighting. Whenever I’m there, I don’t feel like it’s ever too crowded, even during peak hours. The Bivy is a nice addition too! Hanging out at the bar is a great way to socialize and wrap up the climbing. The staff is very welcoming and kind! I really like climbing here, even if it’s a bit more of a drive compared to my previous gym.

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Awesome gym with a welcoming environment! The layout is great and the gym has tons of space. They have something for everyone here on every part of the wall. The routes are set well to accommodate different skill levels even on steeper sections of the walls and boulders.Staff is friendly and helpful. The bivy is a cool little beer bar to grab a drink after a long climb and they have free coffee in the mornings. That along with seating/tables spread throughout the gym gives off a relaxed vibe.There's a nice yoga studio and a small-medium sized workout area to mix it up on off days. I've tried both out - the yoga studio has all the equipment/props you need right there. The gym is simple and gets the job done but it'd be nice to see it fill in with some more equipment/machines. The gym is still very new so I'm sure more additions will be coming in the future. Check it out!

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I love this new climbing gym. Great space, huge variety of routes, very mellow and family-friendly vibe. I took four kids there from ages 5-17 and we had a blast. I definitely recommend paying a few extra dollars for the guided tour so you can get comfortable. I'll be back soon for yoga and the kids' climbing clubs.

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Wonderful facility with people who seem to really care about setting great routes/boulders for all levels of climbers. The facility is much larger than expected and has something for everyone. Day 1, it has all the features you would expect of a world class climbing facility. Not to mention, the bar is really great for post-climb community building. Designated kids areas and kids boulders will hopefully do a lot to encourage kids to climb and having child care day one is great for parents!

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I was in town for a day and checked out this gym. Awesome setting for routes in terms of consistency and movement on the routes. IMO the roped route grades were maybe a little soft in general but that did not detract from the routes at all. Bouldering grades seemed to be more spot on. Awesome lead only area! Super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Had a blast!! Definitely check this place out if you are in the Fort Collins area and are looking for a gym.

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This is a fantastic local gym with lots of potential for community. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, with just enough humor to feel like you are home around friends. For a gym, the environment does not come off pretentious or exclusive. Great spot for beginner & old sand bagged climbers alike! The variety & sheer number of climbs is far better here than the other local gyms. I also attended a yoga class during my time here - professional and personable. I highly recommend making a trip and checking it out for yourself. If it wasn’t for the prohibitive travel time from my current residence, I’d have a membership.-Brian

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This rock climbing gym is amazing! The routes are thoughtful, some technical, some balance heavy, all of the ones I tried very fun. From the moment you walk in the door you are greeted with people who are very kind and sincerely happy to see you, who clearly love their job. It was not overcrowded, and not overrun by kids like the other gym in the area. I like that they have washing stations outside of the bathroom so you can wash the chalk off your hands before you leave. The bouldering area is unbelievably huge. Great retail space, And cardio/weightlifting area separate from the climbing space but still visible with glass walls. There’s a really cool coffee/beer bar if you need refreshments in between climbs. I am so excited for this place to be here and for Fort Collins to have more climbing options. I’m excited to see what all they do since they just opened. Thanks for a great experience! I will definitely be joining

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Huge gym with a bar,. Top rope, kids climbing area, Lead climbing and bouldering!! Great place for the whole family. Only got one photo but this picture doesn't even show half of the place.

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The New New!!! The Beez Kneez, Atom 9!!! I love this place, my first time was so welcoming and everyone has a smile on there face! Get a good hard climb on one of hundreds of routes and boulder problems. It’s hard to feel cramped in here! It’s super spacious and open! You will not have trouble at all getting anything you want done! Awesome little shop, members get discounts! Also finish your day off with a cold beer at the Bivy bar! This place has a lot to offer and I’m considering making a swap!

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Emma and the young man that helped were both very skilled, kind and helpful...oh and strong enough for the adults in our group to feel safe!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.

This business has a rating of 4.8-star.

This business has 110 reviews.

The address is: 220 Smokey St, Fort Collins, CO 80525, United States .

The contact number is +1 970-795-8356

This service is listed under Rock Climbing Gym .

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