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Rincon - L of Center Route

Submitted By: Leo Paik on Mar 20, 2006
Administrators: Ben Mottinger, Leo Paik, John McNamee, Frances Fierst
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BETA PHOTO: West face of Rincon.


Description 

Rincon is a small but amazing crag with probably the highest density of quality routes in all of Eldorado Canyon State Park. Classic and awesome traditional climbs abound here and should not be missed. While nearly all the climbs here are in the moderate range, certainly the 5.10s-5.11s are better represented. There is little for the low or high end climber here, but there is much to feed the soul of a large percentage of climbers. The views are soothing and extend to the continental divide. It's worth the walk.

Although there are a few bolted lines, you will likely need your rack and protection skills to succeed here.

Often on a nice weekend, for good reason, this wall along with the West Ridge can be very popular with climbers. Its southern exposure makes it particularly pleasant during cooler months although early days in summer months can be delightful as well.

There are so many fine routes here! Some of the best include: Over and Out, 5.8; Emerald City, 5.9; Over the Hill, 5.10b; Aerial Book, 5.11a; Aerospace, 5.11b s; Climb of the Century, 5.11c s; Wendego, 5.12a/b s; 5.12c; & Evictor, 5.12c/d s.

Descents include some rappels or downclimbing gullies both L or R of the crag.

Note, if anyone has particularly good base digital photos for rendering a topo for this page, please let me know.


Getting There 

W end of Eldorado Canyon State Park, Rincon Trail, boulder hop the talus, to be filled in



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Sonnie T. walks up the Climb of the Century..

Climb Of The Century 5.11b  CO : Eldorado Canyon SP : Rincon - L of Center Route
Judging by the amount of chalk on the holds, this must be a popular route. The line is stellar. One of the best pitches of the grade, but probably not led as often as one might think...Modern gear has made an amazing impact! Before micro cams this was a super serious lead. Now its still a bit heads up, but the competent climber with Aliens or TCU's should be OK.The start of the route is a play on angular irregularities. Two ways to start: Po...[more]


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The 3 main corners are (LtoR) Over and Out, Over The Hill (person at base), and Aerial Book

BETA PHOTO: The 3 main corners are (LtoR) Over and Out, Over T...

Bijan T. on P2 of Over the Hill

Bijan T. on P2 of Over the Hill