From conquering the rock wall at local Madison gyms to traveling the country in search of the most challenging climbs in the country, Mountaineering Club members take trips that challenge climbers of all levels.
The Hoofer Mountaineering Club is a student-run organization that wants to keep people out on the rocks, while also maintaining a collective of knowledgeable climbers who can both teach and pass on their knowledge to others. We love teaching new members or even just getting people together to all go climb, whether it be at Devil's Lake or as far as Red River Gorge in Kentucky. We run both club trips and more relaxed unofficial trips for last-minute planners! If you're more experienced (or looking to improve), we also offer a climbing team!
A membership with Hoofer Mountaineering gives you access to our gear locker, as well as discounts at the climbing wall in the Sett and 20% off climbing gear at Fontana Sports in Madison.
How to Join
1. Create your Account!
When you're ready to join, head over to our member site at https://members.hoofers.org to create your account! You must be a Union Member to join. Note that UW-Madison students are automatically granted Union membership.
2. Sign Up for Events!
Once you've joined the club, you can search for events and sign up from the member site. Pick your favorite event, sign up, and get ready for an adventure!
For more information, click the button below!
Contact Us
Hoofer Mountaineering Club
Memorial Union, Lower Level
800 Langdon St.
Madison, WI 53706
(608) 262-1630
info@hoofermountaineering.org
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What’s up climbers! This trip was an intro to sport climbing trip to the Red River Gorge, Kentucky!
Upcoming Events
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.
Downtown Boulders Climbing Social
Come climb at Boulders!
Open to non-members and members alike, this event serves to coordinate the gym climbers in Madison!
Location: 129 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the club, but ridesharing is encouraged.
Parking: There are a number of parking lots in the immediate vicinity, and if you're lucky enough there's street parking along Carroll St. Please note that all parking is paid!
Cost: Walk-in passes are currently $20 for the day. Otherwise they have a number of membership options (including pre-paid semester packages for students). Memberships also include one guest pass each month.
COVID-19 Protocol: As of 5/31/2021, Boulders operates at a limited capacity and utilizes a reservation system. Make sure there's an open slot at this time on their schedule.