
Jackson Marvell, a driven and adventurous climber from Provo, Utah, is known for pursuing wild and raw climbing experiences. His passion ignited at age 15 when he climbed outside for the first time Rock Canyon, leading to a career of relentless pursuits of unexplored terrain. By 21, he had already scaled 100 of Utah’s desert towers, driven by curiosity and a desire to push his limits. His global adventures include establishing new routes in Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Nepal, Peru, and Alaska. Notably, in October 2023, Marvell, alongside Alan Rousseau and Matt Cornell, achieved the first alpine-style ascent of Jannu’s formidable north face via a new route they named “Round Trip Ticket” (M7 AI5+ A0, 2700m), marking a significant milestone in high-altitude climbing.
Marvell’s hunger for adventure is paired with a grounded perspective. He thrives on exploration and the rugged beauty of remote landscapes, valuing creativity and problem-solving as much as achievement. Whether battling harsh alpine conditions or making daring moves on sandstone towers, Marvell embraces the unknown and pushes boundaries.
Alpine climbing is all about problem-solving under pressure. The mountain throws challenges at you with every turn, and it’s up to you and your partners to figure it out — sometimes on the spot, with no room for mistakes. It’s not just about strength, but about staying sharp and finding solutions when everything feels uncertain.
—Jackson Marvell
JACKSON IN THE NEWS
Climbing Mag: American Trio Blazes Spectacular New Route up 9000-foot North Face of Jannu
With 'Round Trip Ticket' (M7 AI5+ A0), Alan Rousseau, Jackson Marvell, and Matt Cornell have established one of the most impressive Himalayan routes in recent memory.
Climbing Mag: Mind-Boggling Speed Ascent on the Famous “Slovak Direct,” Denali
Jackson Marvell, Alan Rousseau, and Matt Cornell completed Denali’s 9,000-foot Slovak Direct in under 22 hours.
Alpinist: Alan Rousseau and Jackson Marvell summit Dickey’s east face via “Ruth Gorge Grinder”
Their new line follows a prominent corner system between Blood from the Stone and the Wine Bottle; they named it Ruth Gorge Grinder (AI6+ M7, 5,000′)