Address
Rock Shop
1965 Fowler St,
Richland, WA 99352
Phone
(509) 619-0075
Hours
7 Days a Week – 10am to 10pm
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Date Visited: October 4th, 2023
Lockers: Yes, BYOL
Size of Gym: 10,000 square feet
Parking: Yes, free
Cafe: No
Store: Yes, but limited
Types of Climbing: Boulder only
Training Area: Yes
Tallest Wall: 16 feet
Day Pass Cost
- Adult: $18
- Student (with Student ID) and Youth: $15
Monthly Membership ($50 Enrollment Fee)
- Adult: $70
- Student (with Student ID) and Youth: $60
- Family (2 people*): $115, additional family members $30 each
* Family members can include adult couples, youth siblings (18 and under), or a parent and child/youth, all residing at the same address
Single Month Prepaid
- Individual: $85, No Enrollment Fee
Annual Prepaid (No Enrollment Fee)
- Adult: $715
- Student (with Student ID) or Youth: $605
- Family (2 People*): $1215, additional family members $250 each
* Family members can include adult couples, youth siblings (18 and under), or a parent and child/youth, all residing at the same address
Punch Pass (10 Passes)
- Adult: $150
- Student (with Student ID) and Youth: $120
Rentals
- Shoes: $4
- Chalk Bags: $2.50
Unique Features: This gym is the only climbing gym in the Tri-Cities.
Personal Rating: I give this gym a V6 rating.
I spent a few years in Richland during my early twenties and there were never climbing gyms in the area. The Pacific Clinic (formerly the Tri-City Court Club) was the only place that offered climbing, but it wasn’t a climbing specific facility and was fairly expensive to join just for climbing. I got my first belay certification at the Pacific Clinic but wasn’t able to climb much due to the limited hours and small climbing space. Outdoor climbing was an option but required prior knowledge (I.e. safety, what gear to buy, etc), which I didn’t have at the time, and specific gear. REI was the only local “climbing store” so it was difficult to get gear outside of shoes and harnesses. Along with this, most outdoor routes were a drive for Richland residents, with many of the crags being 1-2 hours away or more.
When Rock Spot opened up in January of 2021, I was so excited. At that point I had moved out of state but still frequently visited Richland to see my family. It was wonderful to see a gym that offered more options for climbers in Tri-Cities. Rock Spot is not an overly large or fancy facility, but they have filled a need for climbers and started a great community.
Rock Spot offers a range of bouldering routes and a decent sized training area. The building itself is smaller than many other gyms, but the layout makes the space feel open and airy. The walls are decently tall for a bouldering gym, measuring at 16 feet, and the setting is on-par with most gyms I’ve visited. There is a limited climbing shop at the front with a small selection of shoes, crash pads, chalk, and accessories such as tape and brushes. The memberships and day passes are affordable which is great for people who might want to try bouldering for the first time. There is a moon board and an adjustable spray wall. Overall, this gym is great options for Tri-Cities residents to begin climbing and has grown the climbing community. I recommend checking this gym out if you’re in the area.
** Note: This video includes bonus information about outdoor climbing at Howard Amon Park.
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