Tough Schist: Rock Climbing in Northern Vermont

Long overlooked by New England climbers, northern Vermont has quietly evolved into one of the best climbing regions in the Northeast. With amazing geological diversity that includes schist, granite, quartzite, and limestone, Vermont offers a wide variety of trad, sport, and bouldering opportunities.

• Over 500 routes and variations
• 23 climbing areas and 68 cliff topos
• Over 50 full-color photos

Tough Schist is Vermont’s definitive guidebook, providing detailed information for over 500 climbs at Vermont’s most popular climbing areas, including Bolton, Marshfield Ledge, Wheeler Mountain, Deer Leap, Smugglers’ Notch, Prospect Rock, and more.