The invention discloses a pedal type pole climbing device, which relates to the technical field of power distribution operation and inspection equipment and comprises a base, a movable arm, a pedal module, a pedal module and a clamping jaw module, one end of the base is rotationally connected with one end of the movable arm, the pedal module is fixed to the other end of the movable arm, the movable arm is connected with the clamping jaw module through an elastic piece, the clamping jaw module is fixed to the base, and the pedal module is detachably connected with the pedal module. Through a multi-component rotation and linkage structure, transverse power generation is innovated into longitudinal power generation conforming to ergonomics, an operator can control opening and closing of the clamping jaws only by treading or lifting the clamping jaws with soles without precisely controlling angles and force, technical dependence and slipping risks are reduced, the structure is stable, operation is convenient and fast, and the working efficiency is improved. And the climbing requirements of different types of power distribution poles in a power distribution operation and maintenance scene are met.