T-Wall North

Golden Locks, T-Wall, TN

Description 

North is the direction most climbers take when they come to T-Wall. There's a phenomenal amount of climbing here, ranging from easy 5.6-5.7 for beginners up to outrageous 5.13 roof cracks, and everything in between. On sunny winter weekends, prepare to wait in line for popular classics like Art, Golden Locks and Razor Worm, all an easy hike from where the trail splits. Or to get away from the crowds, head further down the wall to some lesser-known but worthwhile gems.

Getting There 

Coming up the main approach trail, take the right fork below the waterfall. The trail levels out and continues along the base of the wall for a long distance.

Featured Route For T-Wall North

Hands Across America 5.12c  Tennessee : Tennessee Wall : T-Wall North

My vote for the most intimidating looking single pitch of trad cimbing in the South if not the country. Walking up to the base this climb does NOT look 5.12. Upon closer inspection bomber jams and locks are to be found but you gotta earn this one. This has probably seen less than 10 ascents since the first in '85. That's saying something with world standards so high. I'd love to know the exact number. Shipoopi was rumored to have barely mis...[more]