Seasonal raptor closure at Monument Area MORE INFO >>>
Rock climbing is not allowed 1/4 mile either side of the Monument due to a nesting pair of Golden Eagles. The birds are using Staender Ridge as a perch therefore it is also within the closure area. The trail which is on the backside of the Monument is open to through traffic, but hiking is not allowed around the cliff faces.
Another good 5.10 in the lower gorge... This one has nice variety and pleasant moves.
Start by clipping a bolt and making a tricky move to get situated in the stem box. Work up through more moderate climbing to a stemming crux at the top.
By Andy Laakmann Site Landlord From: Jackson Hole, WY Oct 22, 2006 rating: 5.10b
Cranking move past the bolt.... but a small alien goes in right when you need it. Expect a sting-in-the-tail reaching the anchors! Although it is mostly small pro, there is a nice place for a #2 Camalot.
Seems to have 2 distinct cruxes as mentioned - getting past the bolt at the bottom & getting the anchors (2 moves at top). The bird shit has been cleaning up nicely over the past year.
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