Climbing in Turkey?
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I am based in Ankara, Turkey for the next few years and looking for climbing, hiking and esp ice climbing recommendations. I am already working on planning a Mount Ararat trek in spring 2016 but am looking to keep busy (and in shape) in the mean time. I am hoping to head to Rize....suggestions anyone? |
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I assume you've already heard of Geyikbayiri, but if not, it's really great climbing in beautiful surroundings with nice people from all over the world. Pretty ideal! |
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I had not, so will look it up for sure. Thanks. Are you based here per chance? |
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I'd highly recommend getting to Aladaglar National Park. Near Camardi (SE of Nigde), I think about a day's travel from Ankara (maybe less, I can't remember). A few km outside the park there is a climber campground hosted by two climbers with sites & a couple cabins, they rent basic gear only (rope/draws). There's a sport climbing canyon just outside the park entrance (maybe 40 min walk from the camping). I only spent a day climbing there. Inside the park there's supposedly a lot of multipitch alpine sport & trad. Skiing/alpine climbing in winter/spring. Beautiful place that reminded me a bit of the eastern Sierra, I'd love to go back with all my gear and more time, hopefully you get the chance to check it out and report back. Recent comment on the main Turkey page adds additional info. |
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CndCMW wrote:I had not, so will look it up for sure. Thanks. Are you based here per chance?Nope, I live in New Paltz, which would make for quite a hike to Ankara! Have fun! |
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Check out petzl-roctrip.com |
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Check out olymposrockclimbing.com. They have some nice sport routes. |