Fight for Sustainable Access
Climbing access isn’t guaranteed—we work hard for it.
[PHOTO CREDIT] Linville Gorge Wilderness, North Carolina. Ancestral lands of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi, S’atsoyaha, and Mánu Yį Įsuwą. © Bryan Miller
We believe that sustainable access to climbing is good for health and wellness. It's good for rural economies. And it's good for the environment—connecting more people to nature and inspiring them to protect and conserve the lands they love.
[PHOTO CREDIT] Salt Lake City, Utah. Ancestral lands of Newe Sogobia, Goshute, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱. © Abbi Hearne.
But sustainable access to climbing is something we have to work hard for.
It's hundreds of hours negotiating with lawmakers in D.C. and land managers at parks and forests around the country. It's thousands of climber advocacy letters to Congress. It’s partnerships with Tribal governments. It’s helping private landowners manage risk and liability. It’s maintaining bolts. And it's developing smart climbing management strategies that protect the plants, animals, and Native values that share these incredible landscapes.
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Our work last year made an impact.
- 3 White House visits to represent climbers
- 26 Climbing management plans
- 239 Climbing areas—access protected.
- 2,900 Bad bolts replaced
Our Capabilities
Access Fund represents the collective voices and interest of American climbers by drawing on hundreds of years of combined experience in:
Public Lands Policy & Advocacy
Stewardship & Conservation
Land Acquisition & Protection
Grassroots Organizing & Advocacy
Climber Education
Risk Management & Landowner Support
Join the climbing advocacy movement
Every day, climbers across the country are taking action to protect the lands and outdoor experiences they love.
The only question is, where will you plug in?
[PHOTO CREDIT] © Andrew Burr