Black Hills Basecamp

Fantastic experience: ⸻ My daughter attended the summer rock climbing camp and absolutely had the best time! The staff was encouraging, fun, and made her feel both safe and confident as she learned new skills. She came home every day excited to share what she had accomplished, and by the end of the week, her confidence had grown tremendously. I would highly recommend this camp to anyone looking for adventure and growth for their child.

Fantastic experience: Lots to do. Many lines even for my 9 year old and friends 6 year old to follow and practice on. Pricing is on point. Fun day adventure for sure.

Fantastic experience: Amazing stay who are extremely knowledgeable and patient! It was my first time bouldering and I was with my grandkids. They loved every minute of it! It was nice to be able to play a game of chess and checkers while resting.

Fantastic experience: This place is fantastic. The gym is larger than expected and they change the routes every week. It also has a nice weights and cardio section. I can’t say enough good things about the staff! I signed both my kids up for classes and they were fantastic. Coach Colton was really good and had my son climbing hard lines in no time. My daughter was super shy and wouldn’t participate much during the first two sessions. Without being asked they brought in a second coach just for her. Big shout out to Couch Carter for his patience and getting my daughter comfort enough to participate.

Fantastic experience: I like the summer camp it is a great way to have your kids do something productive in the summer instead of being inside and playing video games all day.

Fantastic experience: The best community and atmosphere I have ever been in! Great place to bring your friends and family whether you are wanting to become a better climber or just have fun. This place is the best!

Fantastic experience: My favorite place, I literally spend hours here and the community is amazing!

Fantastic experience: We were total beginners to climbing and tried out their free climbing day. Our family had a blast and the staff and environment was great. Definitely worth checking out!

Fantastic experience: My daughters and I are absolute beginners in climbing but we had a blast at Black Hills Basecamp. We were welcomed and given a tour by the friendly staff. The variety of routes and holds offers easy fun or something challenging, whatever you prefer! And they have a small wall for kids. I thought their weights and fitness equipment was really awesome as well. We will be back!

Fantastic experience: high quality climbs. props to the problem setters

Fantastic experience: This is such a fun climbing gym! It's got lots of interesting routes for all levels. Owner is very nice and helpful. I highly recommend it!

Fantastic experience: I love this place and their new location. I don't climb anymore due to injuries but now I get to watch my kids enjoy it.

Fantastic experience: Grabbed a membership on first visit and I love the place. Has a nice setup. Multiple designs to try and climb and includes a nice gym to build muscle as well as climbing.

Fantastic experience: While only in the area for 3 months, I am beyond happy I found Black Hills Basecamp. I cannot thank the people who make Basecamp operate at the level it does enough. The folks setting were second to none, there was always the perfect climb for you each week. Every week I climbed, the desk crew greeted us with smiles and unmatched hospitality. Rapid City is lucky to have such an amazing gym.

Fantastic experience: Such an amazing gym!! I've never been a "regular" at a gym before, but I'm happy to call myself a regular at Basecamp even if it was only for 3 months! Laura and the rest of the crew were so friendly every single visit. I can only imagine how much effort they put into new routes every week, and the variety was insane! The grading system took a little getting used to, but it ultimately pushed me to try harder routes and helped me grow as a climber!

Fantastic experience: Such a great camp!! The climbing camp has become a "must do" every summer for our girls. They have such a great time! The instructors are wonderful with their climbing knowledge and experience working with kids.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic camp experience!!! My son loved it and wanted it to last for the entire day instead of a half day! We will be back next year for sure!!!

Fantastic experience: Basecamp has been part of our family since its grand opening years ago and we have been and continue to be blown away by the encouragement, support, and acceptance that blossoms here. Our daughter has recently started kids club and just within the last couple months we have noticed a major shift in her self confidence and bravery thanks to coach Laura, coach Kolton, and coach Jupiter. We will continue to come back week after week not only to get in a killer workout but to see everyone’s smiling and welcoming faces.

Fantastic experience: Really high quality little gym!

Fantastic experience: Love this place! I rolled in from out of town and spent the day here. It’s such a warm and friendly environment. The owners are super accommodating and have really built a great community vibe at their gym. Had a blast!

Fantastic experience: Black Hills Basecamp has the best summer camp in Rapid City!! We signed our child up for the 1 week program and he had a blast! Every morning, we were greeted by the coaches who were always so kind and smiling to all of the kids. My son himself kept saying he liked how clean it is! Climbing shoes are covered in the cost, which was really great for my first time climber because we weren't really sure where to start with that. I also appreciate that safety while climbing are the very foundations of what they teach during the camp because my son was afraid of heights but because they focused so much on safety, he was able to conquer his fears and climb climb climb!!! Thank you to Coach Laura, Coach Kolton, and all of the other coaches for creating such a memorable summer experience. I know my child will be a lifelong climber from now on!

Fantastic experience: Black Hills Basecamp is an amazing place! There is indoor bouldering with professionally set boulders ranging from brand new beginners to elite climbers. In addition to the bouldering walls, there is ample warm up space with pull up bars. squat racks, treadmills, a row machine, and more! I highly recommend this as a place for simple recreation to serious training!

Fantastic experience: I took their movement series classes and it was worth it! I had planned on only taking one class but it was such a great learning environment so I took all four classes. I'm so glad I did because I learned to be a more thoughtful climber.and Kolton is such a great teacher! He takes the time to answer questions and explain things in a good way. Also want to say props to Alaska, Andrew and Laura for always saying hi to me when coming in and making it a warm and welcoming place! Come check this place out!!

Fantastic experience: Our family has fallen in love with the gym and the community. There are new routes set nearly every week, keeping us interested and coming back. Climbing has become a part of our fitness routine and I have seen all of my kids grow in strength, confidence, and technique. The staff is friendly, personable, attentive, and in my kids' words, "chill." The environment is very encouraging for beginners all the way to advanced. Everyone is respected and welcomed there. It truly is a gem in Rapid City! We have started trying to visit other gyms when we travel and are surprised at how cost efficient Basecamp is. Hands down it's the most affordable gym in the states while still offering a lot of space and options!

Fantastic experience: Great gym! Friendly staff and fun route-setting.

Fantastic experience: Facility is a lot of fun. Try the light wall! Buy a punch pass and join the community!

Positive experience: This place is a a lot of fun. The route range from beginner to difficult. They even have a separate section for young kids. They have an area for weightlifting and hanging boards, light boards. You should check it out and buy a punch pass!

Fantastic experience: We love Basecamp!! The staff is so friendly and the climbing gym is amazing. There are so many different things to do. Climbing is the most fun and best work out for your body. I’m so glad we have an awesome gym like this in Rapid.

Fantastic experience: After only a couple visits I decided to become a member and after 4 months of membership I'm still excited for every opportunity I get to go climb. The variety of routes and difficulties keeps me, as well as my 9 and 14 year old nephew and niece, engaged and challenged. The staff is fabulous and all seem to strive to help climbers enjoy the sport and Basecamp's facility. The community of climbers is welcoming, helpful, and thoughtful. The gym, restrooms, showers, etc... are all in excellent condition. If you climb so much that you tire of the available routes before new weekly routes are put up, there's a light-up moon board and tension board with endless route configurations to choose from. So many good things to say. If you're considering checking it out, it's time to get up and go.

Fantastic experience: After my family and I moved to Rapid City, it was a blessing to find a local climbing gym that has a passion for climbing, community and youth. As an experienced climber with a wife and kids who also like to climb, we’ve enjoyed the high-quality routes, equipment and friendly atmosphere. If you’re thinking about trying climbing out or bringing your family here for some fun, do it!

Fantastic experience: Amazing routes, amazing community :)

Fantastic experience: Best.Camp. Experience. EVER! Honestly though, we are working parents and knowing our son was learning a new skill and around cool people...10/10 recomend

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym with many people willing to give tips, advice, and encouragement. Highly recommend for all skill levels!

Fantastic experience: I absolutely love visiting Black Hills Basecamp! Anytime I have to be in Rapid for work, I make sure I stop for a while. It is such a welcome reprieve from the work that I do and gives me some joy in the winter months when I can't be backpacking. Thank you for this great facility and keep up the great work!

Fantastic experience: Owners are incredibly awesome, it’s a welcoming community and my kids can’t get enough.

Fantastic experience: Great bouldering gym and climbing community!

Positive experience: Though I miss top rope and climbing great to have a local indoor place for the winter- hope they can keep it up Especially loved the moving wall- well watching my niece and nephew climb it

Fantastic experience: Great and helpful staff. Good variety of routes and wall pitches.

Fantastic experience: It is a great place for your kids and you to burn off some energy. Drink plenty of water

Fantastic experience: Great place for the family to learn how to climb!

Fantastic experience: Awaome new location and the new walls are super cool

Fantastic experience: Climbing at Basecamp has challenged me in the best way both physically and mentally. Lessons with Laura really empowered me to try harder things than I thought I could! She is inspirational and all the staff just have kind souls. I highly recommend reaching out to get started with them.

Fantastic experience: Great gym with great people.

Fantastic experience: Took my daughters here to do some climbing while in the Black Hills. This place gives bouldering experience in a controlled environment to build skills. Very friendly staff, interesting & challenging bouldering courses, clean restrooms, & rental equipment.

Fantastic experience: Great prices, great routes, super clean, and the owner is super nice. It’s a little small but you can’t be mad at that when it’s in rapid city.

Positive experience: After leaving a negative review Andrew, the owner, personally came to talk to me about my concerns about the gym. I still think that for being Rapid City the day pass rates are a little too pricey for the hours the gym is open to non members but I appreciate the willing to connect and listen.

Fantastic experience: Gym absolutely rocks. Great community, great setting, really clean and modern facilities. Go here and climb!!!

Fantastic experience: Great place to climb!

Fantastic experience: Hosted a birthday party here, and it was a huge success. The climbing is amazing, and the owner and staff are all so generous and kind!! Also, very reasonably priced!! We will be back!

Fantastic experience: My 12 year old daughter has participated in Base Camp's youth climbing club and I have seen her grow in confidence and make tremendous strides in her strength. For example, when she first started she could hardly top out the easiest routes, but this morning I watched with thankfulness as she easily topped out all the "easy" routes and started challenging herself on the "mediums." Props go to Laura and her team for running a great youth program!

Fantastic experience: Such a great climbing gym. The owners are some of best people and they have really cultivated a wonderful community environment… plus the climbing is

Fantastic experience: Its a great place to introduce climbing to kids.

Fantastic experience: BHBC is a great place to climb and train! The facility and staff are amazing, but the community that it has facilitated is even better.

Fantastic experience: the spot could never

Fantastic experience: Always a great place to go climb. Very friendly staff and my kids love it there as well.

Fantastic experience: Wonderful establishment with exceptional staff!

Fantastic experience: BHBC is a great place to climb. New routes are set frequently with difficulties for all levels of climbers. The community among climbers is very strong and new people make friends easily with other climbers and with the staff.

Negative experience: Overall it's a good concept and a good place to workout. However, it is very small and easy to be in one another's personal space. The atmosphere is also very awkward. A very elitist attitude amongst the attendees and members. A lot of out of staters/west coasters. I have spoken to 5 or 6 other members and they agree that the overall membership is unfriendly.

Fantastic experience: Great climbing gym with a fun and encouraging atmosphere. The adult intro classes have been super helpful in building skill and confidence, and I’ve never felt unwelcome as a brand new climber.

Fantastic experience: Basecamp is an awesome place to climb and full of amazing routes!

Fantastic experience: The staff are amazing, kind and encouraging. They've make Basecamp a safe place to experience bouldering.

Fantastic experience: Black Hills Basecamp is an awesome local bouldering gym! I’ve been to climbing gyms all over the country and this is one of the best. The route setting is creative and fun, the facility is bright and clean and full of awesome people. And the owners and staff are super passionate about climbing!

Fantastic experience: Good variety of route making it open to all levels of climbers!

Fantastic experience: My husband and I moved to rapid city from Colorado and were so excited to find out about this local bouldering gym. The routes and facility are amazing, but the sense of community and belonging is hands down the best part. Whether you are experienced or new to climbing, you will find something perfect for you!

Fantastic experience: Love this climbing gym! Such a friendly environment and community that really helps you grow as a climber.

Fantastic experience: One of my favorite places! I took their beginner climbing class to get started which was really helpful.

Fantastic experience: Basecamp is a great place to train and climb and has an amazing community too!

Fantastic experience: My kids and I love climbing here. The community, the energy, the facility...all perfect. Added bonus, Basecamp has, hands down, the best kids summer camp!

Fantastic experience: Just dipped my toe in bouldering this winter to have something active to do when it's dark early. Everyone was really nice, welcoming, and helpful!

Fantastic experience: We love being members here! My husband climbs while I mostly use the weight/workout room. Really cool, calm vibe. Also, my favorite part is that members get 24/7 access. We use that often! Pretty impressive route setting as well. Thanks for existing, Basecamp!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic facility with very friendly staff!

Fantastic experience: Bought climbing classes as a family Christmas gift and it has been amazing. We’ve all learned so much this year and found something to challenge each of us differently in the amazing community and environment created here. Want to try something new? This is definitely the place to do it. Experienced and want to challenge yourself? The setting crew does an extraordinary job making sure there are routes for all skill levels.

Fantastic experience: Great climbing and great community! This was exactly what I was looking for in a gym. They have routes for all levels and ages, I spent a few hours here and had plenty of projects to try!

Fantastic experience: Amazing staff and owners. They have created an incredible community here that always makes you feel welcome! Great route setting and so many training items.

Fantastic experience: We came for my daughter's 9th birthday and had so much fun! Great for almost all ages to enjoy and all abilities! Having children on the autism spectrum, I'm always on the hunt for places not too crowded, that don't require lines or have too many directions and this place was absolutely perfect!!!! Such a great way to enjoy a birthday or just a Monday too!

Fantastic experience: I love climbing at this gym! The staff is friendly and accommodating, the routes have a wide range of difficulty so that you can have fun and challenge yourself no matter your level of experience, and the campus wall is pretty cool too.

Fantastic experience: Love this gym! Everyone I’ve met at basecamp has been so friendly and welcoming. Endless options for quality routes and they are updated frequently. They also have campus board, treadwall, treadmill, lifting equipment etc. Check out basecamp!

Fantastic experience: Basecamp is a great place to not only hang out on their greatly set boulders but to train as well. The set boulders can be challenging. There's both a tension, moon board, and a narrow spray wall. 3 sizes of campus rungs, 1, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, ..., to 10. Campus pinch blocks, slopers, and peg board. An assortment of hangboards. Treadwall. Barbell set. Dumbell set. Power-rack. Straight pull-up bars. Jumpropes. Foam rollers. Medicine balls. I could go on. A great place to train.

Fantastic experience: Black Hills Basecamp has been a great addition to the Black Hills area. Climbing night has become a family favorite since becoming members! The route setting is top notch and is consistently changing keeping it an exciting and challenging place to climb. If you haven’t had a chance to check them out, please do! You will not be disappointed!

Fantastic experience: I can't even begin to describe how amazing of an environment this place has. The people are great, the equipment makes me feel safe, and the route setting team never fails to make fun problems!

Fantastic experience: Something for all skill levels whether it's your first time climbing or your a hardened crusher. Great environment with plenty of bolders and training equipment. Everyone is super friendly from staff to other climbers. I will be sure to get a membership! -wes

Fantastic experience: Something for all skill levels whether it's your first time climbing or your a hardened crusher. Great environment with plenty of bolders and training equipment. Everyone is super friendly from staff to other climbers. I will be sure to get a membership! -wes

Fantastic experience: I’m so grateful this gym exists! I like that they consistently change problems and have been upgrading the workout space.

Fantastic experience: Great climbing gym! Love that they regularly reset the holds and keep it exciting, great work Black Hills Basecamp!

Fantastic experience: Great place to boulder, whether for fun or training. New problems are set every couple weeks so you don't have to climb the same stuff over and over. They have a MoonBoard, Tension Board, campus board, hangboards, treadwall, weight equipment, and pretty much everything you need to train hard. Being a member gives you 24/7 access and the staff is awesome! Really fun place to climb with a good community; I can't really recommend it enough.

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym! Laura is always so friendly and welcoming when we come in. Love that they have a treadwall and weightlifting equipment as well!

Fantastic experience: This place is super duper coolio

Fantastic experience: Great Climbing Gym! Very friendly staff and routes are changed often so there is always something new climb on.

Fantastic experience: This opened when I just got here and it's beautiful.

Fantastic experience: I had so much fun climbing here! The owners are awesome and care about the community, and they love what they do!! :)

Fantastic experience: Best climbing gym in the Black Hills by a long shot! The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, the equipment is top notch, and they do a lot to foster great community.

Fantastic experience: Great place! Friendly staff!

Fantastic experience: Amazing environment for beginners and advanced climbers. Built by people who know the industry and take your safety seriously! With a wide variety of routes and styles each wall ranges from slab to 60 degrees overhanging. Each route is monochromatic so very easy to follow! The holds are all hand picked to help you improve in all styles of climbing. Basecamp also has a weight room, hang boards, and a tread wall! Also love how members have 24 hour access to the facility! Doesn’t matter if you’re training for bouldering, sport climbing, trad, etc. Basecamp has you covered with long winding routes and short burley boulders.

Positive experience: It's a nice place for trying to learning how to rock climbing.

Fantastic experience: The owners are extremely nice and welcoming. The routes are fun with a nice variety while the whole facility is well maintained and clean.

Fantastic experience: Had a great time rock climbing with a couple of friends, their staff was really nice and helpful to new comers like me. Highly recommend for anyone interested in trying rock climbing.

Fantastic experience: I had an awesome time there. It is a very fun activity and its also a great workout. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Grait place for beginners. Amazing holds plenty of routes also will appeal to experienced climbers. This place has been set up to be amazing for everyone. I know it's new so I reserve the right to change my opinion but my first impression is that I'm going to love it many times to come.