Empire BouldersA hidden gem of the Columbia River George.
InformationThe Empire Boulders is one of this regions unique bouldering havens in that is offers a concentrated grouping (packed into about 800' square) of boulder problems (VB-V12+) of every type imaginable, from slabs, faces, power overhangs to aretes.
This stellar little site has numerous modest shorties up to 9'-12' tall, but many problems range even up to a beastly 33' hi-ball tall status. The site has over 300 problems, with boulders and outcrops with every style of problem imaginable, from crimps, power, core, thuggish, to delicate hi-ball dances. Most problems have flat soft grass or dirt landings (very unlike many other rocky talus bouldering sites in this region). All grades and all types of bouldering are hear for all skill levels and sizes of climbers. Boulders here can be quite large so prepare for tall problems with great landings. |
Directions
From Portland, OR
- Drive east on I-84 east to Cascade Locks. Take exit 44 from I-84 east.
- Turn right onto Bridge of the Gods/Toll House Park
- Continue across Bridge Of The gods to Washington state route 14. There is currently a two dollar toll.
- Turn right onto WA-14 east. Continue past Stevenson WA and past Carson WA . Turn left onto Berge Rd.
- Continue for 3.8 miles to a small dirt road on the right just before the end of the paved road.
- Torn right up the small dirt road and park on the left. Please do not block the road.