Triumphant smiles

Every time we take you or the proverbial we rock climbing in Maine, we receive similar feedback in person and in all of our 5 star reviews, sentiments iterated similarly from guest to guest - “I can’t believe I was able to do that” and of course, this is said with a triumphant smile! Northern Vertical climbing adventures and instructional courses nail the mark of education and success, because your success on the rock and ice means we achieve our number one goal - turning you into a real life modern day climber.

Climbing at Barrett’s Cove Cliff during the first of 23 Tour de Camden climbing adventures this 2025 season.

We do this because our leader, founder, and head guide Ryan Howes, is Maine’s gifted teacher, climber, and passionate about your triumphant success. QUITE POSSIBLY THE BEST IN THE BIZ. This is the Northern Vertical guarantee and this sentiment permeates into all of our climbing instructors and local climbing community. Maine climbing is here to stay and we encourage you to rock climb with us this season, no matter if you are a complete novice, a moderate level climber with some top roping experiences, a budding sport or traditional lead climber, even a long time climber seeking big objectives or to brush up on modern techniques - we do it all!

WE COMBINE COMMUNITY, INSTRUCTION and ADVENTURE…

Yes, we take you climbing, but think of this experience as a big, positive step forward along your climbing journey. We think of you as a valuable member of our climbing community, no matter where you are. Our community based climbing experiences truly capture this. Our ability to efficiently move you from beginner to moderate to advanced climber (in a short period of time) is truly unrivaled. And our adventures uniquely fit your ability and goals right here in Maine and beyond!

First time on rappel, Lorie Hoyt learns the fine details about the process.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO COACHING YOU THROUGH THIS CLIMBING JOURNEY.

CHECK OUT OUR OFFERINGS AND SIGN UP TODAY! -TEAM NV