The Big Flute 

FA:  Cammo Burns, Mike Baker, Feb. 3, 1991 New Route:  Yes Type:  Trad, Aid Consensus:  5.9- C0-1 [details] Length:  1 pitch, 70 feet Season:  all year Views: 282 page views Submitted By: cammo on Apr 18, 2008 Add Photo  Add Comment

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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. Keeping climbing areas open and conserving the climbing environment

Description 

Start on the south side of the tower. Climb up the obvious (and only) dihedral to a ledge system halfway up the tower. Move right, out to the southern edge of the big summit block. Climb a short bolt ladder to the top.

Location 

Mostly on the south side of the tower.

Protection 

A couple of big cams, plus a range of small stuff.