Plenty of problems to work on at this climbing gym. The routes are also decently rated. Staff at…read moreIronworks are helpful. Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere and set up here.

Amazing gym, went with our old neighbors for climbing, been a hot minute almost 20 years for me and…read moreit was a good plunge back into climbing. really friendly people both employees and patrons, parkings a bit of a fight if you don't know where to go, but membership gets you into other gyms.

Place is a vibe, not as expensive as other gyms as well. Cool place to climb and also just hang…read moreout. Staff has no problem answering all the questions you have and people who climb there are super chill and welcoming. 10/10

A really great little bouldering location! Cost is much better than the Bay Area chain by…read moreTouchstone Climbing, especially for my first visit (slight discount). The cost's like half of that of other climbing gyms! I love that the vibes are unpretentious, facilities are thoughtfully laid out and accessible for all levels, and staff are friendly and kind. I'm quite a beginner but found that there were still ~8-10 problems of the lowest challenge level for me to tackle, which was nice because sometimes there aren't as many beginner friendly routes available. My climbing partner is of moderate skill level and he found that there were plenty of routes to interest and challenge him too, and we even saw some high level climbers enjoying routes at Mosaic as well. When we went, the little gym (just two long walls) was pretty full with ~20 people climbing, but the layout allowed for not too much waiting. Courses are fairly clearly marked. Shoe and chalk bag rentals are also available. Probably will be my go-to climbing spot in the area, and even more so if I lived closer!

The largest climbing gym in the United States! I was so impressed with the quality of the…read morefacilities and the challenging allure of the walls. The amenities are plentiful and there's even a workout gym (weights, machines, treadmills) here as well. Would definitely make this a regular place if I lived closer.

Get here early! PARKING is horrendous. With that said this place is great!!…read more Plenty of bouldering and top rope routes to climb. They have a small workout section with some strength machines and cardio machines. I have noticed they usually work on the routes/change them in the morning which clashes with when I go and try to do routes and can't because the are blocked off. Bathrooms are pretty clean and they offer plenty of lockers. There is a sauna that is clean and some shorts. A couple of the showers have torn curtains and majority of the curtains just barely cover the shower entrance with many of them leaving a gap for people walking by so privacy feels limited Overall happy

The service was helpful and polite. The environment was really nice and beginner friendly. The gym…read morewas scattered with plenty of different options. The only confusing part is understanding the levels, since the colored tags were a range of what level it may have been.

Been here a few times & had fun. This gym is queer friendly & the staff are nice and friendly. And…read morea little walk over is the Ranch 99 plaza to get some good food or snacks. They also have a room for beginners climbers if the climbing projects are a little tough. If you get tired of rock climbing they have loads of other activities to do from using their extensive gym equipment. If you're tired of rock climbing they have a little area upstairs to take a breather. This place has slack line as one of their gym equipments. Really fun & definitely give it a try when you visit.

Indian Rock Park offers a serene escape, perfect for quiet reflection or quality time with family…read more The views are nothing short of breathtaking.

Was introduced to bouldering here. Very accessible location. Super hectic on weekends and at…read moresunset. Great for families and solo projects as well. The rock (volcanic rhyolite) offers good grip but hard on the hands. Remember to bring a crash pad!

** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. **…read more OK, there's got to be at least a dozen of these so-called rock parks in the Berkeley Hills, most of which apparently present "challenges to early-level rock climbing" according to the city parks website. I don't know what that means to no-level rock climbing types like myself except a palpable fear of slipping on the rock stairs they carve in some of the smoother boulders. The most famous rock park is Indian Rock due to the sheer size of the outcroppings, and just up the block is its smaller and most discreet sister, probably overlooked except by those who presumably introduce themselves as early-level rock climbers at social mixers. It's still quite pleasing in its modest way. If Indian Rock is Marcia Brady, then Mortar Rock surely is Jan who claims to be dating advanced-level rock climber George Glass. "Marcia, Marcia, Marcia!" "Sure, Jan." RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2CbVh8u

Mortar Rock Park is the middle of three interesting rhyolite outcroppings here in the Berkeley…read moreHills. most people find Indian Rock Park on Google maps and come to see it. But be sure to also check out mortar Rock Park and grotto Rock. What makes Mortar Rock Park special, there are deep divots in the rock said to have been created by the ancient people of the area as they were grinding nuts using the stones.

Touchstone gym located in downtown Oakland…read more This is a more small and intimate gym in comparison to Pacific Pipe. There is a small Boulder section, top roping, work area, weights, and workout area. The staff here is super friendly. My friends took the intro to climbing class here and they really enjoyed it. The staff was really helpful in teaching them the ins and outs

One of the better Touchstone gyms (I've been to most of them). The staff have always been polite to…read moreme here, and the boulder setting somehow feels more consistent than other gyms even though it's just down the street from Pac Pipe. Things feel a little older/more run down, but I kinda don't mind. Parking is a hassle during pay to park hours of course, otherwise a good enough gym to check out. I really love the Kilter Board area that's away from the noise and hustle of the rest of the gym. You can board climb for hours there!

Took the sea kayaking class and it was fun. Learned valuable tools to survive when capsized l. Then…read moretook sailing class and the experience was opposite. David, the main instructor, kept yelling at us while we were sailing. We are noobs. There is a better way teaching us than screaming at us. Afterall, it was new to us to control the flimsy boat and learning to adjust to the wind. Horrible experience. They really need to retire him and find a teacher who enjoys teaching.

Me and five other friends were looking for something fun to do on a random Monday and Arlin and…read moreTyler completely took care of us! They were so sweet, patient, and friendly.. and this was all an hour and a half before closing. Such an amazing first time experience, thank you both so much!

Good place for all levels of climbers. Very quiet witch is nice highly recommended..‍read more

A local friend introduced me to this spot. You might wonder what all those chalk smudges are all…read morealong the wall ..... this is a popular place to practice rock climbing moves and not have to be too far off the ground. This wall I hear has been popular for at least 30 years! You can traverse up hill or down, it's not like there's a big crowd here like a some parks in Berkeley. You do clime here at you own risk, and accidents do happen, my friend years ago broke her ankle falling off the wall, just 2 feet off the sidewalk. If you're a local climber, you prob know about this place already.

The beautiful physical space and warmth of the people at the front desk make the studio inviting. I…read morefound a teacher who works well for me. She is extremely knowledgeable and very tuned in to our individual issues.

Really?!? Only able to see 6 photos before being told MUST download the app to see the remaining…read morebulk of the photos! Bye, bye!