Lover's Leap Guides

06/07/2026

From Gym Walls to Granite Walls 🧗‍♂️❤️

This weekend was all about taking skills outside and sharing unforgettable days on the rock.

Our Gym to Crag Clinic partnered with Northern Sierra club, we helped climbers make the transition from plastic holds to real granite—learning movement on slab, anchor systems, rope management, communication, and the skills needed to confidently start climbing outdoors.

We also had the privilege of guiding a father and son team on one of the Sierra’s classic experiences. Watching family members encourage each other, celebrate milestones, and share the adventure of climbing together is one of the best parts of what we do.

From first smears on granite to topping out routes with a huge smile, these are the moments that make climbing special.

Whether you’re looking to take your first steps outside after years in the gym or share an unforgettable day on the rock with family and friends, we’d love to help make it happen.

📍Lover’s Leap, California
🧗 Gym to Crag Clinics
🧗‍♀️ Self Rescue Courses
🧗‍♀️ Trad and Sport Clinics
👨‍👦 Private Guiding & Family Adventures
🌲 Learn, Explore, Climb

06/04/2026

Moving Through the Mountains 🏔️

Some of the most rewarding adventures involve efficiently and confidently moving through 4th class and easy 5th class terrain to reach summits, alpine ridges, and remote objectives.

Join of Lover’s Leap Guides for our Moving Through the Mountains Clinic and learn the skills that bridge the gap between hiking and technical climbing.

Topics include:• Movement skills on exposed terrain• Route finding and terrain assessment• Risk management and decision making• Efficient rope techniques• Belaying and protecting easy terrain• Building confidence in the mountains

Whether your goal is alpine rock routes, Sierra peaks, or simply becoming a more capable mountain traveler, this clinic will help you move safely and efficiently through complex terrain.

The mountains reward good judgment, efficient movement, and solid skills. Come build all three with us.

📍 Lovers’s Leap 🏔️ 4th & Easy 5th Class Terrain Skills🎟️ One spot left! $185

06/03/2026

06/01/2026

Just had a spot open up for our Multi Pitch Self Rescue course this Sunday June 7.

Skills you will learn
Escaping the belay
Improvised rope ascension
Rappelling with an injured partner
Haul systems
And more!
$185

05/31/2026

Conditions Report!

05/27/2026

You know what we think is the best climbing in Tahoe!

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05/25/2026

So thankful for this incredible crew of guides. 💪❤️

Earlier this week they were out clearing fallen trees from the trails after the recent wind storm. This weekend they were hustling to set ropes for climbers during the .co retreat. And today? Running trad clinics for the

Beyond being amazing guides, they’re also great friends—and that’s what makes this community so special. Stoked to share the cliffs with this crew every day. 👆

05/22/2026

Conditions report!

💪 The Hulk is beautiful right now!

🏕️ Lovers Leap Campground is open!!!

🍔 Burger night at the starts this Saturday!!

We hope to see you all soon!!

05/20/2026

We just had a cancellation for our Ladies Climbing Retreat June 19-21.
Lodging, Yoga, a photographer, sound bath, and of course, lots of Climbing!
Here’s your chance, grab the spot before it’s too late!

05/20/2026

Another lap on Calaveras Dome!
Temps are still good and we are fired up to guide you on one of the classics before the summer heat kicks in!
If you have never hired a guide, this might be the spot to try us out!