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GPS: 36.61245, -81.48092
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Shared By: Aaron Parlier on Apr 13, 2010
Admins: Shawn Heath, Aaron Parlier

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As compared to the Contact Station Boulders at the beginning of the trail, the "Alchemy Area" isn’t as classic. That being said, these shorter blocks are a very fun place to climb and visit after climbing all the more classic lines. Several of the shorter lines in Alchemy are worthwhile and challenging, and the forest setting beautiful and often secluded.

There are four overhanging boulders (three along the trail, "Fire" is toward the road a bit more from "Earth") that are from 10-13 feet in height, and full of crimps and small pebbles. Lots of thin flakes and all have solid landing areas. Quiet and private.

Getting There Suggest change

Take the Split Rock Bouldering Trail, and turn left onto the spur. Follow specific boulderfield access/directions in the GHSP Bouldering Guidebook, or GHSP's Rakkup Guidebook App

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Classic Climbing Routes at Alchemy Area

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
V1-2 5
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Pillar Arete
Boulder
V3 6A
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Metamorphosis
Boulder
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
Pillar Arete Air Boulder
 4
V1-2 5 Boulder
Metamorphosis Fire Boulder
 4
V3 6A Boulder
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