Climbing on the Navajo Nation is ILLEGAL. MORE INFO >>>
While some have made clandestine ascents in the area without incident, others climbing on the Navajo Nation have had their gear confiscated or have been fined. It is unclear what the specific consequences would be if confronted by Navajo authorities. It is unclear if one can get permission to climb here from someone with the appropriate authority to legitimize climbing here. Some climbers have talked to locals, especially the grazing-permit holders, and respectfully asked permission, and have had really positive experiences, climbing as well as a cultural experience, in some areas on the Navajo Nation.
This area is included for historical purposes mainly, and as a location to put those amazing photos everyone has.
BETA PHOTO: the spire, we saw a few bolts from the ground, all...
Description
A small, hunched spire (looks a bit like it's going to fall over) near downtown Farmington.
This spire is not in the Navajo Nation, but is on private property.
Getting There
On highway 371, drive from downtown across the bridge over the San Juan River. Immediately on the west side of the river park. An old dirt road leads from the bridge south, along the side of the river. About a mile down, you'll find Kokopelli.
By goodman From: farmington, nm - boone, nc Dec 1, 2008
Um...this thing is on private property. All the back roads have been gated and if you think you can get through Bolacks Ranch, you better wear a kevlar vest. Rad climb though!
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