Where Climbers Rest: The 13 Best Climbing Hostels Around the World
Sport climbing in Turkey, big walling in Patagonia, or swinging tools in Norway, these climber-friendly hostels offer the perfect basecamp.
El Chalten
El Chalten
Rappel-Anchor Failure in Patagonia Prompts Impressive Rescue Effort
Two climbers fell roughly 40 meters when their ice-screw anchor failed. The ensuing rescue was tactical and hard-fought.
First Generation Patagonia
Pedro and Tomas Odell learned how to climb on the Cerro Chaltén skyline. Now, they’re leading a bold new wave of Patagonian alpinists.
You Might Want to Plan a Trip to Patagonia Just For the Boulders After This
Patagonia may be known for its alpine routes, but the granite blocs scattered around El Chaltén and Torres del Paine National Park have caught the eye of many intrepid climbers. For BD Athlete Nalle Hukkataival, the allure of the boulders was enticing enough to dedicate a trip to Patagonia to sample and explore the blocs below the walls.