D.L. Bliss State Park

DH - Simply Bliss. photo: Sulli

Bliss state park 

Bliss ... the name is fitting. This is arguably one of Tahoe's best bouldering areas. Nestled on the waters edge along Tahoe west shore, Bliss state park is peppered with free standing granite boulders ranging from pee wees to towering monsters.

The area is separated into three smaller zones, north, central, and south Bliss. While the central sector holds the most consistent concentration, each area has a unique character, and enough problems to be worth repeat visits.

Besides its easy access, and close proximity to Tahoe... The quality of the stone is really what sets Bliss apart from a lot of other areas. Big, featured lines, on immaculate granite, with good landings, give this place an aesthetic quality all it's own.

Summers can get hot here mid-day as there is not a lot of cover, but a morning session can easily be followed by a dip in the lake. In spring and fall, bliss really comes into its own as cooler temps make for awesome friction opening up some of the more classic lines.

Getting There 

West shore Lake Tahoe, heading south, after tahoma, but before Emerald bay. Look for the turn outs, each area has one.

The Classics

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Gunslinger V5  CA : Tahoe Vicinity : ... : Middle bliss

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