Belay Your Bae On These Rock Climbing Honeymoons
There’s no better way to start a marriage than with your life literally hanging in the balance. Rock climbing couples, belay your bae on your honeymoon in these gorgeous locations.
Zion National Park, Utah, U.S.
The climbs: It’s recommended only experienced climbers tackle Zion National Park’s sandstone cliffs – they’re 2,000 feet tall.
The romance: As the sun goes down in Zion, watch the entire landscape glow red and gold for an unforgettable moment in nature.
Chamonix, France
The climbs: The Chamonix Valley is known as the rock climbing capital of the world, and granite climbs bring adventurers up above the clouds.
The romance: Right on the border of France and Switzerland, the gorgeous countryside is full of chalets perfect for honeymooning bliss.
Joshua Tree National Park, California, U.S.
The climbs: Hound Rocks is a canyon climb, starting with the Right Baskerville Crack (named for the Sherlock Holmes mystery).
The romance: The national park is near Palm Springs, so you can soak away the sore muscles in a spa sesh for two.
Pembrokeshire National Park, Wales, U.K.
The climbs: Huntsman’s Leap is a crazy sea cliff climb of around 170 feet.
The romance: The charming coastal town of Pembrokeshire is cozy for evening newlywed walks hand in hand.
Yosemite National Park, California, U.S.
The climbs: The pinnacle of Yosemite is El Capitan at 3,000 feet of sheer rock granite.
The romance: If you time your honeymoon right (mid-February), you could catch the “firefall.” It’s a phenomenon where the melting snow against the sunset makes a waterfall look like it’s on fire.
Mallorca, Spain
The climbs: Sa Gubia has 125 climbing routes, all with different levels of difficulty.
The romance: You’re in Spanish Mediterranean paradise. Need we say more?
Acadia National Park, Maine, U.S.
The climbs: Otter Cliffs (one of the U.S.’s only sea cliffs) starts with a rappel down in order to climb back up. It’s twice the adventure!
The romance: Get an indulgent post-climb lobster dinner. You’re in Maine, after all.
Kalymnos, Greece
The climbs: The Grande Grotta is an overhang with impressive views of the Mediterranean sea.
The romance: The Greek island has whitewashed buildings, seafood snacks and endless beaches.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado, U.S.
The climbs: Every route here is expert-only. The canyon is nearly 2,000 feet deep and incredibly narrow at points.
The romance: You’re in the middle of nowhere, so cozy up in a cabin with your sweetie and enjoy the peaceful alone time.
Krabi, Thailand
The climbs: The most popular giant limestone formations along the beaches of Krabi are Railay and Ton Sai.
The romance: If you get tired of the stunning Thai beaches, visit a rainforest hot spring further inland.
Arches, Utah, U.S.
The climbs: The Tower of Babel’s Zenyatta Entrada is a sandstone climb up one of the most memorable formations in the park.
The romance: Prep for your hike by making a pit stop for water at Matrimony Spring. Fill up your bottles and toast to your new marriage!