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Rock Climbing

Pacific Pipe

πŸ“ West Oakland, CA

β˜…4.8(711 Google reviews)

55-foot lead wall, 13,000 sq ft bouldering area with top-out section, 33,000 sq ft rope climbing, plus a full weight room, yoga classes, and saunas in West Oakland.

βœ“ huge wallsβœ“ welcoming staffβœ“ boulderingβœ“ lead climbingβœ“ fitness amenitiesβœ“ parking risk
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Phillip Bellgreen

Have been part of the touchstone community for many years and want to highlight how welcoming the staff is. Shout out to Dominic for your lightheaded banter and authentic kindness. My spirit always feels a bit lighter after a session at pacpipe. Thanks to all the staff up front and behind the scenes. We all need a place to feel welcome move our bodies.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids who are ready to try roped climbing or bouldering. The sheer scale means multiple skill levels can train simultaneously without crowding. Beginners benefit from intro classes; teens and adults can push into lead climbing. Bring nothing of value in your car and park in the dedicated lot.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Park only in the on-site lot β€” multiple reviewers report car break-ins on surrounding streets even with nothing visible inside
⏰Book an intro-to-climbing class before your first visit to get belay-certified faster
🎟️Check the class calendar in advance β€” yoga, fitness, and climbing clinics fill up quickly
πŸš—Bring your own chalk bag and shoes if you have them; rentals are available and demand is high on weekends

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πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.8
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711 Google reviews

Praised staff & atmosphere55%
Wall variety & scale30%
Parking notes15%
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Phillip Bellgreen

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β€œHave been part of the touchstone community for many years and want to highlight how welcoming the staff is. Shout out to Dominic for your lightheaded banter and authentic kindness. My spirit always feels a bit lighter after a session at pacpipe. Thanks to all the staff up front and behind the scenes. We all need a place to feel welcome move our bodies.”

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Hans Florine

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β€œBiggest in the USA! Friendly staff. Awesome walls. Great weight/exercise area. Be careful on parking,- be patient and park in lot to reduce chance of theft.”

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Tim

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β€œThis gym is huge and great atmosphere”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Pacific Pipe is the largest climbing facility in the United States, operated by Touchstone Climbing. The bouldering section features multi-level terrain with a top-out zone and specialized training boards including a spray wall. Beyond climbing, the gym offers fitness classes, yoga, a fully equipped weight room, and saunas. Staff are consistently praised for their welcoming attitude. Street parking in the surrounding area carries a theft risk β€” use the on-site lot.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday07:00 – 22:00
Tuesday07:00 – 23:00
Wednesday07:00 – 22:00
Thursday07:00 – 23:00
Friday07:00 – 22:00
Saturday10:00 – 19:00
Sunday10:00 – 19:00

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