Mac McCaleb

Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Prescott, Arizona

About me

Growing up in the desert of Arizona, Mac learned how to appreciate the unique landscape by placing himself in it. Climbing in the granite hills of The McDowell's over 10 years ago, his climbing career has only grown from there. Mac has traveled to far away climbing destinations for any type of climbing and cultural experience, all while working towards his American Mountain Guides Association Rock & Alpine Guide Certifications. Incorporating his passions of the outdoors and education, Mac started Granite Mountain Guides with the anticipation of providing a quality learning experience for new climbers looking to push their personal boundaries. It is continuing to evolve into an organization that caters to all disciplines, whether recreational or instructional. Before starting Granite Mountain Guides, LLC, Mac found himself in Prescott to attend the local University to complete his degree in Aerospace Engineering. Furthermore, he has worked locally in several rolls as an outdoor-based educator for youth and adults through a local outdoor school and Prescott College. Mac is often out exploring new trails by bike when he isn't out in the mountains. Mac is a Wilderness First Responder, American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Certified Single-Pitch Instructor and an AMGA Apprentice Alpine Guide (Alpine Guide Course). Additionally, Mac has completed his Level 1 + Companion Rescue Avalanche Courses and is an Affiliate Member of the American Avalanche Association (AAA).

Certifications

American Mountain Guides Association

Apprentice Alpine Guide


Wilderness Medical Institute

Wilderness First Responder


American Avalanche Association

Level 1 + Companion Rescue


Reviews

5.0 (13 reviews)

Trip: GMG | ERAU Climbing Club Leaders' Summit

With Mac M. on November 12, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

By Robert R. on November 19, 2023

Trip: GMG | ERAU Climbing Club Leaders' Summit

With Mac M. on November 12, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

It was really good program out on by the guides. I certainly learned a lot of useful new techniques for belayed repels and anchor build. The event also served as a good idea as for how an event should be run and organized in general. Overall 11/10 would 100% attend again.

By James K. on November 15, 2023

Trip: GMG | ERAU Climbing Club Leaders' Summit

With Mac M. on November 12, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

Fantastic experience! We all learned more than we could have hoped for!

By Quintin W. on November 13, 2023

Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing on Lemmon

With Alex T., Mac M. on June 17, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

It was great. Very well supported by both Alex and Mac

By Zeba B. on June 25, 2023

Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing on Lemmon

With Alex T., Mac M. on June 17, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

Fantastic work!!

By Alisha W. on June 25, 2023

Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing on Lemmon

With Alex T., Mac M. on June 17, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

By Joseph R. on June 17, 2023

Trip: A Day in the Dells | Private

With Mac M., Hannah W. on March 25, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

Mac and Hannah were awesome! Super encouraging and helpful during our climb. 10/10 would put my life in their hands again.

By Justin G. on April 01, 2023

Trip: McDowell's | Introduction to Traditional Climbing

With Brad B., Mac M. on March 04, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

It was filled with awesome content that we were all happy to receive. The 5 students all have experience with technical rope rescue, this class was such an eye opening experience. Filled with content that on the recreation side of rope use. We learned a lot and can't wait to get out to the crag to put it to use.

By Brandon O. on March 12, 2023

Trip: McDowell's | Introduction to Traditional Climbing

With Brad B., Mac M. on March 04, 2023

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

Mac, Brad and Hannah more than met our expectations for this intro to trad climbing class. They started with a little overview of what would be covered, followed by asking each of us about our level of experience and what our expectations were for the class. The instruction was low key, well paced and methodical. They also continued to check if we had any questions or specific goals and provided thoughtful answers. We are already planning on taking another class from them in the near future.

By Tupac E. on March 08, 2023

Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing at Cochise Stronghold

With Alex T., Mac M. on October 08, 2022

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

Amazing Time! Both Mac and Alex were knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. Great coaching on the rock and a well planned trip, would definitely go again!

By Angela S. on October 13, 2022

Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing at Cochise Stronghold

With Alex T., Mac M. on October 08, 2022

Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC

Alex and Mac were AMAZING at keeping us stoked and safe! Made my first time climbing outside an awesome experience! Thanks again for all you do! ‍♀️

By Taylor B. on October 08, 2022