Get ready for an epic adventure to the sport climbing paradise of El Potrero Chico, Mexico! This all-inclusive retreat combines professional climbing instruction, rejuvenating yoga and recovery movement, a vibrant community, and endless fun.
We’ll stay at La Posada, a charming spot just a 10-minute walk from the climbing. Located near the small town of Hidalgo in Nuevo León. Our destination is only an hour from Monterrey, making it an easy and accessible destination, and flights from the U.S. can get you there in less than half a day.
With over 600 sport routes, El Potrero Chico, or “Little Corral,” is a limestone climbing mecca that rivals the world’s top destinations. The approaches are short, the routes are breathtakingly vertical, and they range from 5.4 to 5.13, offering something for climbers of all levels. Whether you're new to climbing or an experienced adventurer, El Potrero Chico will leave you inspired and craving more!
El Potrero Chico is a climber's paradise located just outside the small town of Hidalgo, Nuevo León, Mexico. Famous for its dramatic limestone formations that rise like giant fins against the sky, this stunning park offers more than 600 sport routes, making it a mecca for climbers of all levels. The fin-like ridges create thrilling vertical routes, with solid rock providing excellent holds and texture for an unforgettable climbing experience.
Formed from the remnants of an ancient salt dome, the limestone cliffs circle around the park in a perfectly shaped formation when viewed from above. Covered in old solution pockets and cut-outs, the rock features immaculate, incut edges and huecos that are ideal for sport climbing. With short approaches and routes ranging from 5.4 to 5.13, El Potrero Chico offers something for everyone.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, this world-class destination with year-round climbing, epic views, and jaw-dropping routes will leave you inspired and eager for more. Trust us—El Potrero Chico is an adventure you won't want to miss!
My name is Erik and I’m the founder and lead guide for Vertical Pursuits.
My goal for Vertical Pursuits is to create meaningful mentorships and experiences for climbers looking to push themselves in the vertical world. Through my climbing progression, I’ve had the luxury of being coached and mentored by high level guides and climbers, which allowed me to take my climbing to new heights. I’m hoping to give that same level of knowledge back to the climbing community.
Whether your a new gym climber looking to take yourself outdoors or a seasoned trad climber looking learn the skills to conquer big objectives, Vertical Pursuits is here to take you to new heights.
Come climb with us!
Hi, I'm Britany Paradis!
First and foremost a student, I am deeply committed to living and sharing the practices of yoga and climbing in a joyful, authentic and accessible way. My path as a teacher began in 2015 in the city of San Francisco and continues today in Salt Lake City, UT.
On the mat, I'm passionate about creating a safe space where students of all levels and walks of life can enjoy a well-balanced, dynamic, and intelligently sequenced class. The teachings of yoga are timeless and the benefits are exponential. It is my hope that each experience on the mat will inspire students to take the practice into their everyday lives, equipped with the tools to support and empower their growth – mind, body, and spirit.
Learn more about Britany and her offerings here.
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Accommodations: La Posada en El Potrero Chico
Carr. A Potrero Chico #825, 65600 Hidalgo, N.L., Mexico
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Weather
Weather is generally very nice around EPC in the winter. However, if high or low pressure systems are present over the area, the weather can fluctuate quite rapidly day to day or hour to hour. We’ve seen the highs go from 80 one day and then drop to 40 the next day! Come prepared with warm jackets, rain gear and pants in case we have cold snaps or precipitation on our visit there. Here's a good weather forecasting tool through Windy for the area.
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100% of the total cost of your trip is refundable if you find someone to take your place regardless of when you cancel. If you are unable to find someone to take your place, this policy applies:
