Climbing Wall
Designed to replicate the unique beauty of West Virginia’s outdoors, the wall is 50 feet tall and features more than 2,000 interchangeable hand-holds with more than 3,500 square feet of climbing surface.
Explore Climbing ProgramDesigned to replicate the unique beauty of West Virginia’s outdoors, the wall is 50 feet tall and features more than 2,000 interchangeable hand-holds with more than 3,500 square feet of climbing surface.
Explore Climbing Program| Day | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 4:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | 4:00 p.m. | 7:00 p.m. |
With an ever-expanding Evansdale Campus and growth of University resources, access to parking has been an ongoing focus for University planners. Several short-term parking lots have been added, including “Short Term 4” adjacent to the Recreation Center. Visit WVU's Transportation & Parking site for up-to-date information.
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Climbers of all skill levels can challenge themselves, hone their skills, and keep in shape at the WVU Climbing Wall. Any Recreation Center patron can use the climbing wall.
The wall features include crack climbs, overhangs, dihedrals and arêtes which allow for a wide range of climbs, from beginner to advanced. There is also a bouldering cave with overhanging climbing surfaces that will challenge even the most accomplished climbers. For more information, please visit the Adventure WV Climbing Wall site.