Featured Class

Become the ultimate belayer in our Belay a Mile Challenge! The Rock Wall at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) has 211 different climbing routes for you to try out. Challenge your friends and reach new heights for an opportunity to win an awesome prize! Participants must be belay-certified through the SRWC Rock Wall to compete.

  • Dates
    • Jan. 20 - May 15
  • Location: SRWC Rock Wall
  • Time: SRWC Hours

 

Enjoy a half day trip down to Newport Beach and participate in the Surfrider’s monthly beach clean-up. This is a free trip and also counts as one of your Condition For Tuition points. Help keep our beaches clean and get credit for it as well. We will also be stopping by Huntington Beach Main Street on the way back for one hour. You can shop or eat during that time. It is totally up to you!

Fee: FREE
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2014
Departure Location: SRWC
Departure Time: 8 AM

(Register at the Rock & Outdoor Adventures area during hours of operation)

Switzer Falls Hike

Enjoy a guided hike through the beautiful Switzer Falls area. This is an easy to moderate level hike and no prior experience is necessary. The day is filled with a hike to a waterfall, followed by possible swimming, a picnic, and an Introduction to Backpacking. This course will cover stove set up, boiling water, using water filters and building shelter in the wilderness. Fee includes transportation and a guided service by our experienced trip leaders.
Fee: $20 students/$25 non-students
Date: TBD
Departure Location: SRWC
Departure time: 8 AM

Stoney Point Bouldering

Enjoy a full day of outdoor bouldering at the historic Stoney Point. Experienced trip leaders will be present to instruct participants on proper spotting techniques and crash pad placements. This is an advanced climbing trip, and participants are encouraged to have some prior bouldering and/or climbing experience. Fee includes transportation and all necessary gear rentals. 
Fee: $25 students/ $30 non-students
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Date: TBD
Departure Location: SRWC
Departure Time: 8 AM

Surfrider Foundation Newport Beach Clean-Up

Enjoy a half day trip down to Newport Beach and participate in the Surfrider’s monthly beach clean-up. This is a free trip and also counts as one of your Condition For Tuition points. Help keep our beaches clean and get credit for it as well. We will also be stopping by Huntington Beach Main Street on the way back for one hour. You can shop or eat during that time. It is totally up to you!
Fee: FREE
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Date: TBD
Departure Location: SRWC
Departure Time: 8 AM

Ready to get into the outdoors for a bit of rock climbing? Join ROA for our climbing trip to Malibu Creek Canyon up in the Santa Monica Mountains. We will spend a day climbing and exploring the area. If you haven’t discovered this area yet, these are destinations you will be sure to remember. Fee includes transportation, lunch, and a guided service by our experienced trip leaders.

 

Fee: $40 students/$50 non-students
Date: Saturday, September 20th, 2014
Departure Location: SRWC Lobby
Departure time: 7 AM

Elbee at Equipment Locker
Outdoor Equipment rentals are available at the SRWC Rock Wall during regular Rock Wall & Outdoor Shop hours. See our dropdown menus below for equipment options and pricing.

Feel free to call us at (562) 985-0769 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make a reservation or to see what we have in stock.

Equipment Rentals

Click on a category to see the various items we rent out. For more information about what we currently have in stock or to make a reservation, please give us a call at (562) 985-0769 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Multi-Day Discounts:
  • 4-8 Day Discount: 10% off total fee
  • 9+ Day Discount: 15% off total fee

How Do I Pay?

  • To get your gear, stop by the SRWC Outdoor Shop, located at the Rock Wall, during opening hours and speak to one of our attendants. Please have your student ID number ready.
  • Let us know what gear you would like to rent. All equipment rentals are charged a daily rate. A deposit is required for all rentals and is refundable upon return of all equipment without damage or missing components.
  • Pay at the Outdoor Shop with one of our accepted payment methods according to the daily price + rental deposit fee.
  • Accepted payments include Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. Cash is not accepted. Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Google Pay are not accepted.

What is the Deposit?

  • The damage deposit is to ensure that our equipment is returned in a timely manner and in good condition.
  • We understand that with use comes dirt and general wear, resulting in the need to clean the gear between uses. However, excessive mud, moisture, holes, rips, burns, or missing components will result in the withholding of part or all of your deposit. In these cases, a cleaning fee or additional damage fee may be charged.
  • Deposits may be withheld until the actual cost of damages can be calculated.
  • Rental deposit amounts will correlate with the price of daily rental fees. Prices are as follows.
Daily Rental Price Total Deposit Amount
$1 - $25 $25
$26 - $50 $50
$51 - $100 $100
$101 - $150 $150
$150+ $200

For more information, please give us a call at (562) 985-0769 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Enjoy a full day of outdoor bouldering at the historic Stoney Point. Experienced trip leaders will be present to instruct participants on proper spotting techniques and crash pad placements. This is an advanced climbing trip, and participants are encouraged to have some prior bouldering and/or climbing experience. Fee includes transportation and all necessary gear rentals. 

Fee: $25 students/ $30 non-students
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meeting: TBD
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2014
Departure Location: SRWC
Departure Time: 8 AM

Students in Joshua Tree

Outdoor Adventure Trips are designed to give Long Beach State students fun and unforgettable experiences at various must-see destinations in the greater Southern California area. Activities include, but are not limited to, hiking, rock climbing, backpacking, surfing and paddleboarding.

Food, equipment and transportation are provided for all trips at no additional cost. Mandatory pre-trip meetings are required for all Overnight Trips.

For more information or to sign up for a trip, visit us in person at the Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC) Rock Wall, or find us on the FusionGO app.

Upcoming Outdoor Adventure Trips

Trips go on sale to 8/24/2026 at 8am!

Joshua Tree Camp & Hike

Spend the weekend hiking around Joshua trees, unique geologic features, and remnants of past mining and ranching operations. Then enjoy the evening relaxing, eating a hot meal, and taking in the starry desert night sky. Wake up and do it all again. Hikes are all rated as easy-moderate. Food, transportation, and equipment will be provided.

Mandatory Pre-trip meeting: Sept 9 | 6pm -730pm

Cost: Student $85 | Non-student $170
Date(s): Sept 12 & 13
Time: 8am – Evening (Overnight)
Difficulty: Easy – Moderate

Naples Paddleboarding

Glide through the calm waters of Naples Canals on a stand-up paddleboard! This beginner-friendly trip is a relaxing way to enjoy the sun and beautiful Long Beach scenery. Food, transportation, and equipment will be provided. *Must be able to swim to attend.

Cost: Student $40 | Non-student $80
Date(s): Sept 19
Time: 7am – Afternoon
Difficulty: Moderate

Bolsa Chica Surfing

Have you ever wanted to try surfing? Join us for a day along a part of the world famous 10-mile “Surf City USA” coastline! There will be basic surf instruction in the morning and an afternoon of catching waves and riding tides. Wetsuits, boards, food and transportation will be provided. *Must be able to swim to attend.

Cost: Student $30 | Non-student $60
Date(s): Sept 26
Time: 7am – Afternoon
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate

Joshua Tree Camp & Hike

Spend the weekend hiking around Joshua trees, unique geologic features, and remnants of past mining and ranching operations. Then enjoy the evening relaxing, eating a hot meal, and taking in the starry desert night sky. Wake up and do it all again. Hikes are all rated as easy-moderate. Food, transportation, and equipment will be provided.

Mandatory Pre-trip meeting: Sept 30 | 6pm -730pm

Cost: Student $85 | Non-student $170
Date(s): Oct 3 & 4
Time: 8am – Evening (Overnight)
Difficulty: Easy – Moderate

Malibu Overlook Hike

Take a hike with us on a trail to the Parker-Mesa Overlook in Malibu. The trail passes through beautiful oaks and wildflowers and ends with a breathtaking view of the canyons, ocean, and even Catalina Island. The hike is 7 miles and is rated as moderate difficulty. Lunch and transportation will be provided.

Cost: Student $30 | Non-student $60
Date(s): Oct 10
Time: 8am – Evening
Difficulty: Moderate

Strawberry Peak Hike

Bust out those hiking boots and enjoy the 7.5 mile trek to Strawberry Peak, the highest peak in the San Gabriel's front range. The views from the summit are totally worth the workout! Food and transportation will be provided.

Cost: Student $30 | Non-student $60
Date(s): Oct 17
Time: 8am – Evening
Difficulty: Moderate

Coastal Wellness Retreat

Escape the campus rush and reconnect at our Coastal Wellness Retreat! Guided by our Beach Balance wellness team, this retreat is designed to help you quiet your mind, reduce stress, and find your center in nature.

Cost: Student $35 | Non-student $70
Date(s): Oct 25
Time: 8am – Evening
Difficulty: Easy

Sturdevant Falls Backpacking

Join us for an overnight adventure into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains on a trail leading to one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the greater Los Angeles area. Continuing on through shaded oaks and alder forest along the Big Santa Anita Creek to Spruce Grove Campground. Food, transportation, and equipment will be provided.

Mandatory Pre-trip meeting: Nov 4 | 6pm -730pm

Cost: Student $70 | Non-student $140
Date(s): Nov 7 & 8
Time: 8am – Evening (Overnight)
Difficulty: Moderate – Difficult

Stoney Point Bouldering

Join us for an exciting day of bouldering at the iconic sandstone boulders of Stoney Point! This event is welcome to all skill levels. Food, transportation and equipment will be provided.

Cost: Student $35 | Non-student $70
Date(s): Nov 14
Time: 8am – Evening
Difficulty: Easy – Moderate

Want to try a new way to climb the Rock Wall? This pulley-assisted belay technique aids climbers up the wall at their own comfort and skill level. Participate in the experience or come to climb, regardless you're sure to have fun.

Dates: 2/16, 3/16, 4/20
Time: 2PM - 3PM
Location: SRWC Rock Wall

Rock wall staffperson with climbers
One of the most unique features at the SRWC is our custom-designed, 25-foot-high rock-climbing wall. FREE to all SRWC members! You can climb up and around the large rock, tackling fears and reaching new heights.
We offer bouldering and top rope climbing, including qualified staff at the ready to belay for you. But why wait for a belay when you can get qualified to belay yourself? We offer FREE Rock Climbing Classes that teach you how to become qualified to belay at our Rock Wall. We also offer lead climbing! Once climbers pass our Lead skills test, they are qualified to practice lead climbing at our Rock Wall. Our class schedule can be accessed on SRWC Go.
Climbing at our wall is FREE! Gear such as climbing harnesses, chalk bags, belay devices, climbing shoes and lead ropes are all included. The Rock Wall Attendants are equipped to assist you with belaying and all your climbing needs. New routes are set routinely and are set at varying difficulties.

Rent the Rock wall

Would your friends, organization or corporate group like to have the SRWC climbing wall all to yourself? Our Rock Wall is available for rent. Student groups must register in person at the SRWC’s administration desk.
All other groups can register at the SRWC or by calling (562) 985-0769

Students

3 hours or less: $0
Additional hours: $0
Staff Fees: $24 per member*

University Faculty and Staff

3 hours or less: $90
Additional hours: $30
Staff Fees: $29 per member*

Off Campus Groups

3 hours or less: $120
Additional hours: $40
Staff Fees: $37 per member*

* Staffing fees are in addition to the wall rental. The Rock and Outdoor Adventure Staff will assist your group in all their rock climbing needs, including equipment and instruction if requested.

Rock Wall

Enjoy a guided hike through the beautiful Switzer Falls area. This is an easy to moderate level hike and no prior experience is necessary. The day is filled with a hike to a waterfall, followed by possible swimming, a picnic, and an Introduction to Backpacking. This course will cover stove set up, boiling water, using water filters and building shelter in the wilderness. Fee includes transportation and a guided service by our experienced trip leaders.

Fee: $20 students/$25 non-students
Date: Saturday, February 15, 2014
Departure Location: SRWC
Departure time: 8 AM

You have the chance to compete with other participants in a series of climbing challenges such as “Fastest Traverse”, “Blind folded figure 8 tie”, and “The longest dead hang”, All for the chance to win some cool prizes!

  • When: Every day in the month of February
  • Time: ROA Hours
  • Location: Rock Wall

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