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.
Duchess Left is the easiest and least interesting of the three Duchess climbs. That said, it does have a fun, bouldery start, and a couple of interesting moves over a small bulge before it merges into Duchess near the top. Hell, the approach is 10 seconds. While you're here, why not climb it?
Duchess Left is the left side of the alcove right in front of the picnic table
Protection
Standard rack. Long slings for belay. A well-placed anchor will allow you to TR this, Duchess, and Duchess Right.
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