Errett Allen on "Corragation Corner". Photo by Bli...
Description
A varied four-pitch climb that goes to the highest point on the Leap. Follows the huge right facing corner just to the right of Traveler's Buttress. First pitch is in the corner. The second pitch sneaks out on the left face leading to the base of a chimney. The third pitch climbs the chimney, traverses 5.7 past a fixed piton, and then hops on a beautiful exposed arete. The fourth pitch is basic and can be avoided with a 60m rope.
By caughtinside From: Point Richmond, CA Jun 8, 2007
This very popular (deservedly so!) route often has a line on a weekend.
I'd suggest if you're heading up to main ledge to do corrugation that you have some kind of backup plan, or something to do while you're waiting in line. I'd recommend: arctic breeze--single pitch .10a, all bolted absolutely billy--single pitch .10a, mostly bolted plus 3 cams 1st pitch north face-- 1 pitch of 5.7, all gear. Power lust-- .11a single pitch sport climb. well bolted.
I just see lots of people waiting at the base for hours, when they're surrounded by great rock!
By Jordan Ramey From: South Pasadena, CA Nov 29, 2007
100% worthwhile. Fun, long, not too scary, beautiful location.
I did this in 3 pitches with a 60m. The arete on the 2nd pitch seemed to be the crux for me. Not unreasonably hard, but exposed and true climbing.
Don't miss the fixed pin before beaching yourself on the ledge for the second belay of you'll be looking at a run out fall on a small nut while trying to shamu your way up some greasy grovelly mantel. When the guy on the ledge pointed out the pin to me after the move, I was annoyed.
Anyway, good pro and exciting climbing make this really awesome.
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