The Peanut

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. Keeping climbing areas open and conserving the climbing environment

Description 

The Peanut is an enjoyable little slab that sits at the left end of the Morning Glory Wall. There are approximately half a dozen bolted routes on it ranging from 5.8 to 5.11.

Getting There 

Follow the trail along the base of the cliffs climber's left along the Morning Glory Wall. The Peanut is the (peanut-shaped) slab that sits between the Morning Glory Wall and the spires of the Four Horesemen.

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