Kangaroo Point Cliffs Rock Climbing

The Kangaroo Point Cliffs are located just across the Brisbane River from the Brisbane CBD. A popular recreation spot, they are conveniently close to the city and the South Bank Parklands. It can be reached by the Pacific Motorway, South-East Busway or a ferry to Thornton Street Wharf.

The Cliffs are situated on the east bank of the river north of the Maritime Museum and opposite the Queensland University of Technology. The area is a popular picnic and abseiling site. The Kangaroo Point Cliffs feature excellent rock climbing possibilities for all skill levels, and Kangaroo Point is primarily a place for recreational climbing. The cliffs are mainly used as a training ground by South East Queensland’s rockclimbers. The cliff’s rocky formations are lit at night by numerous flood lights.

At the base of the cliff, curbed by a large bend in the Brisbane River is a narrow strip of parkland. The park contains electric barbecues, tables and chairs, sculptures, toilets and ample views of the Captain Cook Bridge, mangroves, the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens and downtown buildings across the river. Native vegetation has been redeveloped into gardens which display a very natural design.

Learn to rock climb on the Kangaroo Point Cliffs.

Riverlife rock climbing sessions are guided by qualified and experienced instructors. No experience is necessary as each session includes instruction, a safety briefing (where you will learn how to rock climb) and equipment. Participants must wear and use the safety equipment provided by Riverlife. Safety equipment includes a helmet, harness, rope and chalk.

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