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Short approach at the Red

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Michael Burke · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Sep 2013 · Points: 20

Planning a trip to the Red and for the last day I'll have to leave early but was hoping to get one last session in. Does anyone know of good walls that have a short approach with climbs in the 11C-12B range?

So far I know of Phantasia but any other recommendations would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Blake Lehmans · · Charlotte, NC · Joined Jul 2015 · Points: 303
Graining Fork

Be sure to apply for the daily permit. I was able to get one the morning before I climbed.
Parker H · · Indianapolis · Joined Dec 2012 · Points: 0

Phantasia is crazy short but you have to drive all the way to North gorge. I would stick around Natural bridge if you are staying at Miguel's. Roadside (Graining Fork) would be best as already said but the zoo, emerald city, or beer trailer would all be good too.

yesrodcire · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Oct 2014 · Points: 5

Yep I would look into Military/Left Flank or Roadside (permit Required) and the Zoo. Redriverclimbing.com has an online guidebook that is great.

Michael Burke · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Sep 2013 · Points: 20

Looks like there is a lot of good options, thanks everyone.

Blake Beddow · · Detroit · Joined Apr 2015 · Points: 305

I'd recommend the Beer Trailer Crag. Shortest approach in the gorge, and plenty of good routes in that grade range. Just make sure your tendons are warmed up.

DrRockso RRG · · Red River Gorge, KY · Joined Sep 2013 · Points: 815

Get on King Me and Dave the Dude at Eastern Skybridge

Jonathan K Clardy · · Chattanooga, TN · Joined Sep 2014 · Points: 0

Drive By Crag

Ted Pinson · · Chicago, IL · Joined Jul 2014 · Points: 252

Military and Left Flank are a good option...just through the Nada tunnel, easy to find. A nice little hike in, and huge concentration of climbs at that grade.

yesrodcire · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Oct 2014 · Points: 5
Jonathan K Clardy wrote:Drive By Crag
It's a short approach with grest climbs but like a half hour drive from the hwy which isn't the best option for a quick getaway.
Guideline #1: Don't be a jerk.

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