Ozark Climbing: ArkansasÂ’ Well-Kept Secret

(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 08, 2010 ) JASPER, Ark. Â– The ranch was featured in Rock and Ice Magazine as one of the best rock climbing spots found East of The Rockies. One editor put it this way -

Â“..Among the hardwood Ozark hills, etched by meandering and bouldered streams lies rock of such quality and scale it is easy to dismiss without seeing first handÂ…Know this: Ozark sandstone is excellent and made for climbingÂ…Â”

Guides are supportive of those who find scaling rocks a little intimidating. Beginners are introduced to the sport slowly, with a guide by their side to show them the ropes. ropes. While climbing isn't for everyone, it's a thrilling experience every ranch guest is encouraged to try. And many do. In fact, some get hooked on the sport. More than a few climbing "virgins" get their first taste of the sport while visiting the ranch, and return each year to pursue their passions - rocking and riding!
There are 300 bolted routes in sandstone clusters marking the ranch - top roping and bouldering too. And if thatÂ’s not enough to get the heart pounding, give the zip-line a try. Added in 2006, the ranch has the longest zip-line in the state.
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch is host to the world-famous climbing event, 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell; in which teams of climbers complete as many climbs as possible in a 24-hour period (even through the night) on the hundreds of routes mapped out. Sponsored by big names like Patagonia and New Belgium Brewing, this hellish event Â“can only be explained as severe fatigue, dehydration, bloody fingertips and an unforgettable climbing experience.Â” Horseshoe Canyon puts together accommodation packages for climbers year round to make an adventure out to the ranch as memorable, comfortable and affordable as possible. Media Contact: Hailey McDonald, 970-379-9363 hailey@atmstravelnews.com www.gohcr.com Photos available. Click here for Media Kit.

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch
Hailey McDonald
970-379-9363
hailey@atmstravelnews.com