We are the only climbing school in Maine with our entire staff certified by the AMGA as either Rock Guides, Rock Instructors or Single Pitch Instructors!
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Individual & Small Group Courses

Ideal for all ages and ability levels

Family Courses

An adventure for the whole family

Advanced Climbing

Learn deeper skills like leading, anchor building, and basic self rescue

Group Courses

Perfect for camp groups, scouts, and school groups

Women’s Climbing Courses

Designed for and led by those who identify as female

Youth Summer Camps

Register for 2023 summer programs — for ages 7 - 18

WHAT WE DO

Atlantic Climbing School is a full service climbing guide service based in Acadia National Park. Since 1994, ACS has specialized in small, custom guided and instructional courses on rock, ice and snow. These small courses are ideal for individuals, couples, families, and groups. With our focused curriculum, at ACS we orchestrate climbing courses that routinely exceed our client’s expectations.

 

Experience curriculum

These private courses are by far our most popular program. Ideal for all ages and ability levels. Perfect for anyone who is looking to add some adventure to their time in Acadia or Camden. Available in full-day (8 hours) and half-day (4 hours) format, seven days a week! Perfect for individuals, couples, families and groups!

Instruction curriculum

Looking for in-depth rock climbing or ice climbing instruction? These courses are designed for those who are prepared to roll up their sleeves and learn. You will walk away from this course with a deeper understanding around the specific skills you want to learn, such as placing gear, anchor building, or rescue skills.

 

Check us out on Instagram

Curious to see what climbing is like with us? Check out our instagram for updates, and photos of epic views and amazing climbing in Acadia.

Coolest kid around! We have climbs for all skills and abilities. Give us a call today!
Coolest kid around! We have climbs for all skills and abilities. Give us a call today!
Despite the heat 🔥 last week, we had a blast at Otter Cliffs with the @voltaclimbing staff!! We ended the day at a nearby swimming hole to cool off and it ended up being such a fun day! ☀️ Check out our friends at Volta for fantastic indoor climbi
Despite the heat 🔥 last week, we had a blast at Otter Cliffs with the @voltaclimbing staff!! We ended the day at a nearby swimming hole to cool off and it ended up being such a fun day! ☀️ Check out our friends at Volta for fantastic indoor climbing and community events! & shoutout to our awesome guides @maxjackson94 @benlepsch @shleeks 🫶 Photos by @voltaclimbing
Not a bad day in the office! 😎🌊 Photo by @maxjackson94
Not a bad day in the office! 😎🌊 Photo by @maxjackson94
Full sailing into dreamville! Photo @mikericard_
Full sailing into dreamville! Photo @mikericard_
Two classics eyeing each other down!
Two classics eyeing each other down!
Limited spot available for @amga1979 SPI course. Come join us and @tedclimbz at one of the best venues in the country! Give us a call today!
The AMGA Single pitch instructor is the gold standard for guiding. Come learn from one of the best instructors around @tedclimbz. Give us a call or send an email to get signed up today!
The climbing season is approaching. Courses for the season are posted on our website. Give us a call if you have any questions!
The climbing season is approaching. Courses for the season are posted on our website. Give us a call if you have any questions!
Leaves are changing, and the climbing is superb! Give us a call for your perfect adventure!
Leaves are changing, and the climbing is superb! Give us a call for your perfect adventure!
Happy September! 🍃 Is it just me or did August (and this entire summer) feel like it flew by way too fast? Here are some awesome client shots from ACS guide, @calvincoffin 🦦🌞🌊🐦 🍁 Also this means… Leaf season is just around the corner.
Happy September! 🍃 Is it just me or did August (and this entire summer) feel like it flew by way too fast? Here are some awesome client shots from ACS guide, @calvincoffin 🦦🌞🌊🐦 🍁 Also this means… Leaf season is just around the corner. If you’re planning on visiting Acadia in the fall, don’t miss out on climbing during a spectacular part of the year!! The views are gorgeous, the temps are cooler, and the town is generally less crowded. 😌 🗓️ We’ve got availability throughout September — book online at climbacadia.com/reservations or give us a call at (207) 288-2521. . . . #climboutside #rockclimbing #outdoorclimbing #acadianationalpark #climbacadia #nationalpark #seacliff
Class is in session 🧑‍🏫 ACS guides Sam and Max teaching ground school! Every course starts with an overview of climbing, customized to the client’s previous climbing experience and goals. It can include education around safety systems, a
Class is in session 🧑‍🏫 ACS guides Sam and Max teaching ground school! Every course starts with an overview of climbing, customized to the client’s previous climbing experience and goals. It can include education around safety systems, and instruction on rappelling, lowering, or other skills. We’ll have you practice these skills on the ground to get familiar and comfortable, and answer any questions before getting on real rock! . . . . #rockclimbinglessons #climbacadia #acadianationalpark #rockclimbing
The unpredictable weather can make for some ~cool~ changes of scenery! 🌞 🌫️ ⛅️ 🌊 This course started our clear and sunny and within a few hours the fog rolled in and the ocean disappeared (I personally love the ominous vibes 👻 ) . . . 📸 Thanks @
The unpredictable weather can make for some ~cool~ changes of scenery! 🌞 🌫️ ⛅️ 🌊 This course started our clear and sunny and within a few hours the fog rolled in and the ocean disappeared (I personally love the ominous vibes 👻 ) . . . 📸 Thanks @mikericard_ for capturing the epic views!! . . . #rockclimbing #acadianationalpark #outdoorrockclimbing #climboutside #seacliff #nationalparks #climbacadia
Family climbing day at South Otter! 🥰 We had a blast taking this spunky, goofy, and joyful family climbing outside for the first time! Each of them worked through various levels of fear, excitement, and nervousness — by the end of it, they wer
Family climbing day at South Otter! 🥰 We had a blast taking this spunky, goofy, and joyful family climbing outside for the first time! Each of them worked through various levels of fear, excitement, and nervousness — by the end of it, they were rappelling, applying movement techniques, and feeling more confident on the rope! 💪 On days like this, we are always so honored that you trust us to be a part of all the emotions and vulnerable moments that climbing can bring out… it can feel so empowering when you realize how capable you are. Our guides do their best to make sure you’re safe at all times — this can mean an emphasis on safety getting to and from climbing areas, explaining the systems and gear we use to keep you safe on a rope, practicing lowering and rappelling, and of course creating a safe and comfortable emotional space. ❤️ . . . . . #climbing #outdoorclimbing #rockclimbing #seacliff #acadianationalpark #kidsclimbing #ottercliffs #outdooradventures #getoutside
Thank you to our wonderful clients who brighten our days! 🤩 (especially during the dreariest June / July we’ve ever had!) Who’s excited for sunny days?! ☀️ The weather has thrown us for a loop this summer… we are soo ready for th
Thank you to our wonderful clients who brighten our days! 🤩 (especially during the dreariest June / July we’ve ever had!) Who’s excited for sunny days?! ☀️ The weather has thrown us for a loop this summer… we are soo ready for the Acadia summer weather we know and love. The forecast looks great next week — grab your sunglasses, and come climb with us! Our week is booking up quickly. 📞Call us at (207) 288-2521 to reserve a spot, or book online at 🔗climbacadia.com/reservations. 📸 Photos by the wonderful @mikericard_ . . . . . . . . #climbacadia #rockclimbing #outdoorclimbing #outdooradventures #acadianationalpark #climboutside #climbingphotography #ottercliffs
Wow!! 🤩😮 Check out these incredible shots by @mikericard_ 🔥 ACS guide, Reed, climbing “Pressure Drop” at The South Wall. Read his description below 👇 “Pressure Drop” is a beautiful friction climb that leads to a bomber
Wow!! 🤩😮 Check out these incredible shots by @mikericard_ 🔥 ACS guide, Reed, climbing “Pressure Drop” at The South Wall. Read his description below 👇 “Pressure Drop” is a beautiful friction climb that leads to a bomber crack that thins gradually, culminating in a short, bouldery sequence that establishes you below the overlap. I chose to lean out left to clip a lone bolt (technically, there to protect High Plains Drifter, but given the FFA’s description on Mountain Project, I personally felt this was acceptable…decide for yourselves) with a long runner before pulling through the short, burly overhang. Take a deep breath on one of South Wall’s airiest perches before continuing up the cracks with good gear to the top! 😮‍💨👏 Nice work, Reed! . . . #outdoorclimbing #climbingpicturesofinstagram #rockclimbing #acadianationalpark #maineclimbing #acadiaclimbing #getoutside #climbingphotography #atlanticclimbingschool
🔩 BEFORE & AFTER 🔩 of bolts and drilled holes across Otter Cliffs A month ago, we learned about the unnecessary addition of bolts and drilled holes at Otter without permission by the park service and without knowledge of the local ecosystem an
🔩 BEFORE & AFTER 🔩 of bolts and drilled holes across Otter Cliffs A month ago, we learned about the unnecessary addition of bolts and drilled holes at Otter without permission by the park service and without knowledge of the local ecosystem and ethics around environmental conservation. It took several weeks of back and forth to receive permission to fix this, but the bolts are now removed and holes are patched. Swipe ➡️ to see before and afters. Special thank you to: 🌟@scott.ryan for getting out there and spending the last few days removing bolts (second to last photo) and patching up drilled holes with epoxy and granite. 🙏The AMG team @acadiamountainguides for creating awareness and initiating important conversations around this in their original IG post (last photo), and notifying authorities to remove them. . . . . . #rockclimbing #outdoorclimbing #ascaboltreplace #accessfund #climbingaccess #climbingethics #acadianationalpark #ottercliffs #amga1979
✨This long weekend, get 10% your climbing course! ✨ If you’re looking for a last-minute outdoor activity in Acadia, we’re offering a 10% discount for all courses July 1st through 4th: online, in-person, or over the phone. We understand t
✨This long weekend, get 10% your climbing course! ✨ If you’re looking for a last-minute outdoor activity in Acadia, we’re offering a 10% discount for all courses July 1st through 4th: online, in-person, or over the phone. We understand that it can be hard to plan your vacation with the forecast. However, sometimes the weather app will show 60% rain and it won’t rain a drop! Our guides will be prepared to take you outside and make sure you have a good time, rain or shine. 🗓 Book online with code CLIMBACADIA10 for 10% off your reservation! 📞 Call us at 207-288-2521 for phone reservations, or stop by our office on 67 Main St. 📸 Photo by ACS guide, @mikericard_ . . . #acadianationalpark #rockclimbing #acadia #climbacadia #acadiaclimbing #outdooradventures #nationalpark #barharbormaine #barharbor #climboutside
Our amazing client making these classic climbs at Otter Cliffs and South Wall look easy! 😎 After a rainy start to June, we’re looking forward to some blue skies next week — come enjoy some outdoor climbing in Acadia with us! 🧗‍♀️ A
Our amazing client making these classic climbs at Otter Cliffs and South Wall look easy! 😎 After a rainy start to June, we’re looking forward to some blue skies next week — come enjoy some outdoor climbing in Acadia with us! 🧗‍♀️ All of our courses are private and custom-tailored to you. Whether you’re new to climbing or an experienced climber, our AMGA certified guides will curate an encouraging, safe, and comfortable environment for you. 🗓 Give us a call or head over to climbacadia.com to book online! 📸 Photos by ACS guide, Tom @the__tgh . . . . #climbing #acadianationalpark #outdooradventures #outdoorclimbing #seacliff #ottercliffs #acadia #barharbor #maineclimbing #rockclimbing
Our 29th season!!! What a pleasure it has been! The guides have been out training rain or shine to make sure you have the best experience possible in our beautiful park! Thank you for all the years of shared experiences and fun!
Our 29th season!!! What a pleasure it has been! The guides have been out training rain or shine to make sure you have the best experience possible in our beautiful park! Thank you for all the years of shared experiences and fun!
It’s bad manners to keep an adventure waiting.#climbing #nationalpark #familygoals
It’s bad manners to keep an adventure waiting.#climbing #nationalpark #familygoals
Coolest kid around! We have climbs for all skills and abilities. Give us a call today! Despite the heat 🔥 last week, we had a blast at Otter Cliffs with the @voltaclimbing staff!! We ended the day at a nearby swimming hole to cool off and it ended up being such a fun day! ☀️ Check out our friends at Volta for fantastic indoor climbi Not a bad day in the office! 😎🌊 Photo by @maxjackson94 Full sailing into dreamville! Photo @mikericard_ Two classics eyeing each other down!
Limited spot available for @amga1979 SPI course. Come join us and @tedclimbz at one of the best venues in the country! Give us a call today!
The AMGA Single pitch instructor is the gold standard for guiding. Come learn from one of the best instructors around @tedclimbz. Give us a call or send an email to get signed up today!
The climbing season is approaching. Courses for the season are posted on our website. Give us a call if you have any questions! Leaves are changing, and the climbing is superb! Give us a call for your perfect adventure! Happy September! 🍃 Is it just me or did August (and this entire summer) feel like it flew by way too fast? Here are some awesome client shots from ACS guide, @calvincoffin 🦦🌞🌊🐦 🍁 Also this means… Leaf season is just around the corner. Class is in session 🧑‍🏫 ACS guides Sam and Max teaching ground school! Every course starts with an overview of climbing, customized to the client’s previous climbing experience and goals. It can include education around safety systems, a The unpredictable weather can make for some ~cool~ changes of scenery! 🌞 🌫️ ⛅️ 🌊 This course started our clear and sunny and within a few hours the fog rolled in and the ocean disappeared (I personally love the ominous vibes 👻 ) . . . 📸 Thanks @ Family climbing day at South Otter! 🥰 We had a blast taking this spunky, goofy, and joyful family climbing outside for the first time! Each of them worked through various levels of fear, excitement, and nervousness — by the end of it, they wer Thank you to our wonderful clients who brighten our days! 🤩 (especially during the dreariest June / July we’ve ever had!) Who’s excited for sunny days?! ☀️ The weather has thrown us for a loop this summer… we are soo ready for th Wow!! 🤩😮 Check out these incredible shots by @mikericard_ 🔥 ACS guide, Reed, climbing “Pressure Drop” at The South Wall. Read his description below 👇 “Pressure Drop” is a beautiful friction climb that leads to a bomber 🔩 BEFORE & AFTER 🔩 of bolts and drilled holes across Otter Cliffs A month ago, we learned about the unnecessary addition of bolts and drilled holes at Otter without permission by the park service and without knowledge of the local ecosystem an ✨This long weekend, get 10% your climbing course! ✨ If you’re looking for a last-minute outdoor activity in Acadia, we’re offering a 10% discount for all courses July 1st through 4th: online, in-person, or over the phone. We understand t Our amazing client making these classic climbs at Otter Cliffs and South Wall look easy! 😎 After a rainy start to June, we’re looking forward to some blue skies next week — come enjoy some outdoor climbing in Acadia with us! 🧗‍♀️ A Our 29th season!!! What a pleasure it has been! The guides have been out training rain or shine to make sure you have the best experience possible in our beautiful park! Thank you for all the years of shared experiences and fun! It’s bad manners to keep an adventure waiting.#climbing #nationalpark #familygoals

Atlantic Climbing School is accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA). Accreditation is granted to companies that meet or exceed the high operational standards required by the AMGA during an extensive program and business review of their operations.