Far Dam

Far Dam is a bouldering area in Rhode Island, about half a mile from the community of Saylesville Highlands. It sits among a cluster of climbing and mountain biking spots, with the closest neighbors just a few tenths of a mile away. The area has five bouldering problems, all rated between V1+ and V3 on the V scale. The routes include Far Out at V1+, Chris' Problem at V2-3, and Deep Space, Traverse and Uranus at V3. Chris' Problem was first climbed by Chris Smith. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable times to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Woonsocket show May highs around 70°F and September highs around 75°F, while July peaks near 84°F and January highs sit around 38°F. Other climbing is close by at Near Dam and Betty Boulder, both about 0.2 miles away. Dark Side of the Pond, a mountain biking spot, is just 0.1 mile off. Olney Pond, a lake fishing area, is about 0.4 miles away.