Description

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Svartøien is the most recent bouldering area in Oppdal. The bouldering is also close to the sport-crag Ishoel, both 15 minute drive from Oppdal. Most of the problems are in the 6A-7A spectrum, and some of them are really nice. Take the gradings with a pinch of salt, as some of the problems have not seen many repeats. All the projects are of course free to try.
The rock is gneiss and generally solid with good friction. Landings are also relatively flat, so 1-2 pads should be enough for most of the problems even though there are exceptions:)

Climbers have the responsibility to not disturb the people or animals living nearby in any way. Be friendly and advise caution. Please use the big parking space before the bridge, or the smaller parking spaces further up the road (1-2 cars) without blocking the road. Do not park on the south side of the bridge.

History

The first registered boulders were put up in 2021, and the area quickly hosted 30-40 problems. At the time writing, Svartøien now hosts close to 70 problems, and has something for everyone.

Svartøien

The area is access sensitive!

There are both people and animals living close to the boulders. Use the existing trails and keep a low profile, that means no loud music and big gatherings. Take all your trash with you and leave the area as it is or better. Park on the advised space, and make sure your car is not in the way for others. This is not a camping site, look for another parking if you are staying overnight.

How to get here:
From the RV70, drive down the small road towards the river right by a red house. Just before the sketchy bridge there is parking space on both sides of the road, do NOT park on the other side of the bridge. All the sectors are close to the road and can be easily accessed on foot.