The Climbing Wall
The Climbing Wall at James Island County Park is one of the Lowcountry’s tallest outdoor climbing facilities. Our 50-foot wall features more than 4,500 square feet of climbing space, including 16 climbing stations which include top ropes, 10 auto-belays and 6 lead climbing walls. Separate 1500 sq. feet bouldering wall. The Climbing Wall offers challenges for every climber, regardless of experience. Our qualified staff are available to assist with the technical safety procedures for all ages and abilities, and The Rock Shop carries top-quality products and brands to meet all your climbing needs.
Scheduling a Time Slot
Climbing is currently available by preregistration. A limited amount of walk-up space may be available based on pre-registrations.
Time slots may be canceled due to weather concerns. We will contact you if this occurs, so please be sure we have current contact information associated with your account.
Wall Hours & Fees
- Climbing sessions available by preregistration. A limited amount of walk-up space may be available based on pre-registrations.
January - February
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
March - May
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
June - August
- Monday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
September & October
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
November & December
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Open Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. Inclement weather and some park events may cause additional closures.
- Climbing Fees Daily Pass: $12
- Shoe rental: $2 (street shoes allowed)
- Harness rental: $3
- Chalk bag: $1 (optional)
Annual & Monthly Passes
Passes are non-transferable photo IDs that offer free climbing at the Climbing Wall and free entrance into James Island County Park for either one year or one month from date of issue.
- Purchase Annual Climbing Pass: $330 + tax
- Purchase Auto-Renewing Monthly Climbing Pass: $38 per month + tax.
Youth 12 & under and seniors 60+ receive a 20% discount on annual and monthly pass that will be applied in cart. Pass must be presented to be scanned for admission; receipt of purchase is not valid for entry.
Sign up for your climbing spot online and read through our guest guidelines.
All climbers must have an current year Activity Waiver, and climbers under age 18 must have it completed by a parent or legal guardian. All belayers must have a valid CCPRC Belay Card or pass our belay test in order to belay. Belayers must be at least 14 years old unless participating in a CCPRC instructional program.