Sports escalation is an extreme sport that was born from the ambition of men for ascending the most high peaks in the mountains. Over time it evolved and developed with a sporting character that caused the creation of artificial walls to be able to practice it in different places.

Today, climbing can be practiced both in the natural means and in stairs within cities to maintain a regular and adequate training . However, climbing on natural rock routes remains one of the greatest pleasures of lovers of this land sport. It is one of the best ways to enjoy nature exercising a healthy sport and exciting .

Nature routes


Those who usually practice climbing in a regular basis will know that there is no better than a mountain excursion to enjoy fresh air, rock, effort, a bird's musical symphony, a light meal, a river refreshing and even a possible camping.

As we know that climbing in nature means enjoying a wonderful context we prepare a small list of some of the best places to climb the surroundings of the Mexico City:

  • Los Dinamos : This protected natural area is located on the outskirts of Mexico City on the way to Acoconetla. It is an extension of more than 2,429 hectares of forests in which the only vivo river of the city, the Magdalena River and the beautiful Cañada de Contreras is running . Strong> with 250 climbing routes open presenting all types of levels difficulty. A true luxury for the city climber. Throughout the Dinamos area, the type of rock is basaltic
    Los Dinamos


    1. Ajusco : This National Park located in the Tlalpan delegation is within the district limits Federal . The Ajusco mountain reaches an elevation of 3,900 meters high and offers some 20 routes prepared climbing that go from levels 10c to 13b . To so Only 5 minutes of walk of the parking lot you will find the basalt rock routes with collapse and roof. We recommend you bring 16 rings and 50 meters rope.

      2. The Ajusco


      1. Jilotepec : A just 100 km of the DF , here you will find the rocks of Dexcani with ample possibilities of Sports climbing . Approximately houses 80 prepared routes that go from degrees 8 to 14c with colomes and a part in favor. The rock is of conglomerate We recommend a 60 -meter rope and you will not need more than 25 rings. Depending on the route, in some with 15 rings it is enough.

        Penses of Dexcani

        1. Calixtlahuaca : Near Toluca you will find this set of Roca de Andesita with 9 routes climbing. The ascent levels of the routes go from 8 to 12c and can be climb all year because even when it rains the night before, it dries quite fast. They are 20 minutes of walking from parking to the routes. We recommend some 13 rings no more and 60 meters long to ascend these routes.

          Calixtlahuaca

          1. Peñón de Temaz : In temazcaltepec you will find this climbing area with 16 prepared routes of difficulty degrees that go from 5.8 to 5.12D . It is a volcanic land to 10 minutes from Valle de Bravo where you can stay and have a great time. The best time of the year to climb these routes is November to April to avoid the rains that are very severe in this area. We recommend a equipment of 60 meters and 12 rings , in addition to your rack if you want to explore the fissure.
            Peñón de Temaz


          2. Monte de Coacalco : In coacalco you will find 6 routes of degrees 9 to 11c ascending The Cerro del Coacalco Residential Park . It is important to avoid the rainy season to climb in this area because there is a lot of danger of slipping and hurting, as is pending the water runs very strong. To be a possibility within the city , this is an excellent option because the hill is beautiful and offers you impressive views on the city.

            Coacalco Routes

            1. the deer > Prepared with collapses and some parts in favor. The landscape is absolutely fabulous with its elevation of 3,200 meters . The climbing levels range from 9 to 13b and the type of rock is volcanic . We recommend you bring rings of different sizes and 2 strings of 60 meters . In this area you can camp or stay in some cabins close where there is a trout farm.
              Rincón Natural Los Venados

              2. With these we leave you only a task of the broad possibilities that you have so close to your city. These are some recommendations to get to know beautiful nature corners doing what you like most: climb!
              Practice Escalada



              If you are a beginner, we recommend that you always be accompanied by experienced people and possibly have a course preparative previously to the excursion. If you go with a instructor , the natural routes with excellent schools for your first climb!