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DescriptionSitting just east of HVCG, Cyclops Rock is primarily known for The Eye While rated 5.1 in Vogel's Climbing Guide, it is probably more like 5.4. Several bouldering problems lie in the area, including the V3 crack Pigpen Getting ThereThe flat-topped Cyclops Rock is due east of Intersection Rock and identified by the prominent "Eye". The ClassicsMountain Project's determination of some of the classic, most popular, highest rated routes for Cyclops Rock:
The Eye 5.4 Trad, 1 pitch, 150 feet
Circe 5.6 Trad, 1 pitch, 80 feet
Leader's Fright 5.8 Trad, 1 pitch, 40 feet
The Official Route of the 1984 Olympics 5.10c PG13 Trad, 1 pitch, 100 feet
Gray Cell Green 5.10d Sport, 1 pitch, 50 feet
Surface Tension 5.10d R Trad, 1 pitch, 80 feet
Dino Damage 5.11a/b Trad, 1 pitch, 100 feet
Overnight Sensation 5.11b Trad, 1 pitch, 70 feet
Featured Route For Cyclops Rock
The Official Route of the 1984 Olympics 5.10c PG13 CA : Joshua Tree National Park : ... : Cyclops Rock
Start from the desert floor in a scoop and face climb up past some horizontals (pro) to the first bolt about 40' up. Interesting friction past two more bolts leads up and right to the left margin of a small cave/recess where you will find another bolt. Steep friction moves (crux) lead to the security of a good hold after which the climbing eases and some gear can be placed. One final bolt protects the moves to the top where a bolted anchor will be found. Either rappel off (60 meter rope needed),...[more] Browse More Classics in CA
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