ROCKFAX is a leading publisher of rock climbing information, offering both digital and print resources covering areas across the world. Founded in 1990, the company has since published guidebooks to climbing destinations throughout the UK, Europe, and beyond.
The distinctive style and innovative approach of ROCKFAX publications have redefined the modern guidebook, setting a new standard that has been widely emulated. Today, the majority of climbing guidebooks in Europe are recognizable by the “Rockfax look” – a testament to the company’s influence and industry-leading position.
Ethos
We strive to provide the most comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date climbing information using the latest advancements in desktop publishing, digital photography, mapping, drone technology, and interactive community engagement.
We recognise that we are part of a broader climbing community, and we honour the invaluable contributions of local climbers and guide authors who have meticulously documented the history and ongoing development of climbing in the areas we cover. We make our information and publishing techniques freely available as a resource to benefit the climbing community as a whole.
Additionally, we support local access and fixed gear initiatives in the regions we cover through financial and material donations generated from our print and digital sales.
Publications
Guidebooks
Our printed guidebooks use every available modern publishing technique to create visually-stunning guidebooks to create the most user-friendly rock climbing guidebooks anywhere in the World.
We only ever print with FSC-accredited printers in Europe. ‘Forest Stewardship Council’ certification ensures paper comes from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits.
Rockfax Digital
Rockfax Digital is the most advanced mobile device climbing app in the world. A subscription to Rockfax Digital opens up the entire current Rockfax catalogue of climbing information to your smartphone. It is available on iOS and Android.
