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Rock Climbing

Cliffs of Id

πŸ“ McManus, CA

β˜…4.6(375 Google reviews)πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Large indoor climbing gym with 180+ routes across 27,000 sq ft including a 40-foot lead wall, 16,000 sq ft bouldering area, yoga and bootcamp classes, weight room, sauna, and on-site cafe.

βœ“ Great for kids 7+βœ“ Welcoming staffβœ“ Clean facilityβœ“ Frequent route resetsβœ“ Public transit accessibleβœ“ Parking challenges
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Matias Baker Masucci

Alex was amazing from the moment we walked in. He made us feel comfortable right away. I took my two oldest kids, ages nine and seven, and we got a day pass. Alex walked us around, explained how everything works, and spent time making sure we understood the system. We ended up spending a couple of hours there and mostly stayed around what they call the turtle. The kids had a great time! There were plenty of routes that felt approachable. We started with VB and worked our way into V0. It was fun, manageable, and encouraging. I was honestly a little hesitant to bring my kids because I thought they might be too young, but they absolutely loved it. Now they are already asking when we can go back, so I guess we will be making that happen. Overall, it was a really welcoming environment. The place is clean, airy, and feels like a strong community. Parking was easy, even though it was getting busy by the time we arrived. We had a lot of fun and will definitely be back.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Strong pick for families with kids aged 7+ trying climbing for the first time. Staff walk new visitors through the system β€” one reviewer's 7 and 9-year-old spent hours on a day pass after a thorough intro from staff member Alex. Begin on VB and V0 routes in the beginner area.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Arrive early on weekends β€” parking fills quickly and nearby streets can be tight
⏰Start on VB and V0 difficulty routes in the beginner area
🎟️Day passes available before committing to membership
πŸš—Accessible via public transportation from central LA

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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375 Google reviews

Friendly, helpful staff45%
Clean and well-designed facility30%
Good variety of routes for all levels15%
Parking can be challenging10%
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Matias Baker Masucci

3 months ago

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β€œAlex was amazing from the moment we walked in. He made us feel comfortable right away. I took my two oldest kids, ages nine and seven, and we got a day pass. Alex walked us around, explained how everything works, and spent time making sure we understood the system. We ended up spending a couple of hours there and mostly stayed around what they call the turtle. The kids had a great time! There were plenty of routes that felt approachable. We started with VB and worked our way into V0. It was fun, manageable, and encouraging. I was honestly a little hesitant to bring my kids because I thought they might be too young, but they absolutely loved it. Now they are already asking when we can go back, so I guess we will be making that happen. Overall, it was a really welcoming environment. The place is clean, airy, and feels like a strong community. Parking was easy, even though it was getting busy by the time we arrived. We had a lot of fun and will definitely be back.”

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Dani Gordon

5 months ago

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β€œCliffs of Id is hands down one of the best climbing gyms in the area. The facility is spacious, clean, and well-designed, with a great variety of routes for all skill levelsβ€”whether you’re into bouldering or rope climbing. The setting is creative and frequently updated, which keeps things fun and challenging. The staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. What really sets this gym apart is the welcoming, inclusive communityβ€”it’s a great place to learn, train, or just have fun with friends. Highly recommend for climbers of all levels!”

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Oriol Nieto

5 months ago

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β€œLoved it! Visiting LA for a few days from the Bay Area and got to spend a couple of hours here. Very friendly staff, very fantastic boulder settings, and great music! And easy to access via public transportation! πŸ˜β€

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Ethan Anderson

a month ago

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β€œGood gym lots of options for climbing, bouldering, or other work outs. Lead and top roping options are good. You'll get a good workout here. Parking can get tricky. Staff is friendly. People there are polite and respectful.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Cliffs of Id features 27,000 square feet of climbing terrain with over 180 routes, a 40-foot lead wall, and 16,000 sq ft of bouldering. The facility runs fitness classes including yoga and bootcamp, a weight room, sauna, and on-site cafe with gear rental. Routes are frequently reset and span all skill levels. Staff are consistently praised for welcoming first-timers and guiding families through the system.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday08:00 – 20:00
Tuesday06:30 – 22:00
Wednesday06:30 – 22:00
Thursday06:30 – 22:00
Friday06:30 – 22:00
Saturday06:30 – 22:00
Sunday08:00 – 20:00

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