Atlantic Climbing School

About Us

5.0 (467 reviews)

For over two decades Atlantic Climbing School has been Maine’s premier climbing guide service, specializing in small, custom rock and ice climbing courses in Acadia National Park, Camden, Maine, and beyond. ACS is one of just 30 programs in the U.S. accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA). ALL of our staff are certified by the AMGA as either Rock Guides, Rock Instructors, or Single Pitch Instructors, and we are proud to be the ONLY guide service in Maine to have this distinction

In fun, in professional commitment, in everything that we do -- at Atlantic Climbing School, WE CLIMB HIGHER. 

Atlantic Climbing School named
“Best of Maine” by Down East Magazine. 

Est. 1984 Bar Harbor, Maine

Contact Us

67 Main Street
(207)-288-2521

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Reviews

5.0 (467 reviews)

Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Full Day

Guide: Reed T.

By Joseph Z. on September 03, 2022


Trip: Course 2: Family Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Tom H.

So much fun! Was super great, would do again!

By Emily D. on September 02, 2022


Trip: Course 2: Family Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Tom H.

Terrific! Tom was a perfect instructor for us — patient and encouraging, and great calm energy for our kids. We all had an awesome time.

By Kimberly H. on September 02, 2022


Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Ryan C.

By Jack G. on August 31, 2022


Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Ryan C.

We had an awesome half day sessions on the coastal cliffs of Arcadia National Park. We were father and son plus our guide Ryan who has fantastic and highly recommended. He was patient, skilled and reassuring. Exceeded expectations. Thanks!

By Linus T. on August 30, 2022


Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Michael F.

Michael was informative, supportive, and funny! Definitely had a blast climbing the Otter Cliffs.

By Erik A. on August 30, 2022


Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Aramy C.

Really enjoyed my first climb in Acadia. Aramy was great! He spent time assessing my climbing abilities and recommended some terrific climbs. He was knowledgeable, had a calm demeanor and made the experience fun and safe. Excellent guide and overall climbing experience.

By Joel S. on August 29, 2022


Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Aramy C.

By Kelli B. on August 29, 2022


Trip: Course 2: Family Climbing Experience - Half Day

Guide: Kincaid M.

We had a great time and the kids really enjoyed it! Thank you!

By Cara S. on August 29, 2022


Trip: Course 1: The Climbing Experience - Full Day

Guide: Reed T.

By Patrick L. on August 29, 2022