The Old Woman - East Face

Occupied Campsite Rule In Effect! MORE INFO >>> Any route or boulder problem that starts out of or near an occupied campsite may not be done without first obtaining the campsite occupant's permission. Keeping climbing areas open and conserving the climbing environment

Photo by Chrystal Logan

Description 

This is the side facing into the campground and is home to a number of quality routes from 5.7 to 5.12a, and even includes an aid route for those so inclined.

Some of the recommended routes on this side of the rock include Toe Jam (5.7), Geronimo (5.7), Bearded Cabbage (5.10c) and Spider Line (5.11d).

Descent from this side of the rock is made from bolted anchors atop (listed l-r) Bearded Cabbage, Spider Line and Deviate.

Getting There 

Easily reached via a trail from the Hidden Valley Campground day use lot below Intersection Rock, or from anywhere within the Campground proper.

The Classics

Featured Route For The Old Woman - East Face

Spider Line 5.11d  CA : Joshua Tree National Park : ... : The Old Woman - East Face

As soon as you step off the ground the fun starts on this one. The crux comes in the first 15', reaching to get established in the corner proper after which it's steep, fun jamming/laybacking to the top where a quick step left gains a ledge with bolted anchors. Yet another classic crack climb of the Hidden Valley Area - 4 stars out of five. ...[more]   Browse More Classics in CA

Photos of The Old Woman - East Face Slideshow

Add Photo

BETA PHOTO: The rap anchors atop Bearded Cabbage, JTNP.

BETA PHOTO: The Old Woman - East Face