Summit Rock has been shut down for seasonal raptor nesting; however, County Parks wants to make this a blanket, indefinite closure, continuing long after the chics have fledged (i.e. between Feb. 1st and July 31st).
For more info, visit the Santa Clara County Parks website and look for the Sanborn County Parks Master plan.
David Caunt about to tackle the crux arete moves o...
Description
Start up the crack that forms the lower portion of the "Tree Surgeon" (5.10a), then exit up and right onto the overhanging arete that forms the crux of the climb. The hardest moves are found on the last ten feet.
Protection
Pro. to 21/2 inches to protect the initial crack section; quick draws for the overhanging arete that follows.