Rock Climbing

The stunning stark sandstone and shale formations of Colorado National Monument are a rock climber's paradise. Independence Monument is a favorite climb.

Glenwood Climbing Guides. This company offers a variety of climbing excursions in the canyons of Colorado National Monument, including rappelling and canyoneering. It also offers guides and climbing instruction elsewhere around western Colorado and eastern Utah, including Moab. 970/319–0656; www.glenwoodclimbingguides.com.