Spider Climb

2nd-level Transmutation

System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11

Spider Climb is a 2nd-level transmutation spell in D&D 5e (2024). Until the spell ends, one willing creature you touch gains the ability to move up, down, and across vertical surfaces and along ceilings, while leaving its hands free. The target also gains a Climb Speed equal to its Speed.

Casting Time
1 action
Range
Touch
Components
V, S, M (a drop of bitumen and a spider)
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 hour
Classes
Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard

Until the spell ends, one willing creature you touch gains the ability to move up, down, and across vertical surfaces and along ceilings, while leaving its hands free. The target also gains a Climb Speed equal to its Speed.

Using a higher-level spell slot

You can target one additional creature for each spell slot level above 2.

Common questions

What level is Spider Climb?

Spider Climb is a 2nd-level transmutation spell in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Spider Climb?

Spider Climb has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of Touch.

Does Spider Climb require concentration?

Yes. Spider Climb requires concentration, lasting 1 hour.

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