The Desert Rat

"Rented a bouldering pad from these guys. They were very friendly and helped me find the best places to go bouldering in Saint George. When I returned the pad the next day, they were genuinely interested in how my bouldering experience went. Great folks to work with, I highly recommend them. 10/10."

"Go there for the Shop Dog. He's just the most chilled-out, happy dogs on earth. While you're there, check out the cornucopia of goodies that these fine folks offer. They aren't pushy, but are always willing to help. Great selection of climbing, backpacking, and general outdoor gear and prices are fair. We go every time we're in town."

"I come from Portland, Oregon every October, to climb in St. George, and always make a point to stop in at "the Rat". The people there know the local area well, and you can trust their advice on the gear they sell. A great place to start your outdoor adventures!"

"I love this local place. The people are nice and I bought my favorite pair of hiking trail running shoes here. They teach you tricks on how to pick out a pair that works best for you. They have lots of amazing brands. Bought my back packs here."

"Sydney was awesome! We actually were in the store twice, once before going to Zion National Park and once after. Sydney was knowledgeable, fun to talk to, and very helpful both times. We peppered her with questions and she didn't steer us wrong. The store itself is well stocked with everything you need and their prices are comparable to slightly better to the bigger stores. Support local businesses!"