Natanis Perch Rock Climbing

This impressive granite cliff sits high above Natanis Pond, and is the largest of all the crags at Chain of Ponds. The cliff is about 60 meters (200') tall at its highest point and offers both one-pitch and two-pitch routes on high-quality rock. There is a large concentration of cracks, ranging from thin fingers to off-width, providing a rich offering for the trad climber. The cracks generally take protection well, and the established routes have bolts in the sections where no natural protection is available. Given its beautiful setting and quality climbing, this area is a great destination for climbers who enjoy going off the beaten path.

The earliest history of climbing at Natanis Perch is unknown at this time. A few routes have old hardware suggesting they were established in the late 20th century. Since 2020, the cliff has seen a burst of new route activity, and the older routes have been cleaned up and updated with improved anchors. If anyone reading this has information on the pre-2020 climbing history of this crag, please share that in a comment.