This is it, the mother of all Munising climbs, although it’s not the hardest, it’s the biggest, fattest, and most inspiring climb to look at and climb in the park. The climb forms in two HUGE pillars fed by a creek above, that come together at the top to form massive bat wings. From the frozen lake to the top of the cliff, it is over 200 feet high, with the actual climbing lasting for about 150 feet. The usual plan of attack is to rappel down the climb from above and lead it back out. If you are not able to climb back out to the top you have three options. If the lake is frozen, walk west towards Mini Me and Sunny Day, you can get out there (about a 15 minute walk on the shelf ice). The other option is to jug the rappel line, have fun! The third option is a dead tree thatcan be found along the cliff line about half way to StrawberryDaze. Head east towards the tree, and climb it out, its leaning onto the cliff at its lowest point, which is about 12 feet high. These three options provide an escape, but if you’re out there, climb the route, it will be on the top of your “ticked” list forever.
Is there going to be any description here? This is a great route, little tricky to find from the trail, and belay may need to be set up with screws to avoid sliding into the lake. Deserves more than just a blank space. C'mon, at least the classic "tba" :)
Sand Point Road to Miners Castle
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