A couple of people told me about this area this week and I'm curious to find out more about it. It was described as a smallish sport climbing area with around 25 routes from 5.8 to 5.12 near Beacon Rock in the Gorge.

It doesn't appear to be on any of the usual websites or in any guidebook I've seen. Can anyone fill me in?

Peter,

I did some asking for ya and what I found out is that there might be some access trouble out there. The trouble sounds more like a ego one, more that a access one. I was also asked not to say where it's at, at this time... you should be able to find out the local from your end. I wish I could help more.

Dave

Hint: Look for a big wall East of Vancouver, WA.
If you really want to find this area, you should be able to with a bit of looking.
Bring trad gear and quickdraws, as most routes are mixed.

How about this: If you want directions, email me. its crazy easy to get to and the approach is very short.

carpool, there's not much parking.

definitely carpool. the access issue is a live one, so be discreet. also, regarding the reference to the local reaction to a new bolted route: that "route" was already a toprope problem, with chalkmarks, that had deliberately been left undone. the bolters were good sports when "confronted" and all sides learned something. still, please do not squeeze routes in, there are already over 50 in a small area. finally, bring a decent rack on any first attempt of a route, as most routes require at least one gear placement (which may not be visible from the ground). take responsibility for yourself and get to the top safely the first time, get the redpoint the second time. all the routes are safe when the proper gear is used.

Yeah what he said.