BETA PHOTO: The back side of the main boulder. Resident Evil ...
Description
Area 51 is a collection of a few remarkably good boulders that are 5 minutes uphill from the parking area. Hard problems like Black Lung (V13) and Resident Evil (V10/11) are just a few feet from easier classics like Super Sloper (V2). Great rock, great landings, a good concentration of problems, and some truly classic problems that get sun until late in the afternoon make this one of the best areas at Joe's.
Getting There
Take the trail from the end of the parking lot uphill, then veer off to the right at an obvious cairn after a minute or two. Follow this trail for another minute or two to the boulders.
A great problem found on the large boulder just up and right from "The Closet". This line blends power and technique into a tasty, treat of a boulder problem. It's topped off with a spicy finish too!...[more]
Talks are currently underway with the Bureau of Land Management, XTO Energy, the Forest Service and locals from the Orangeville area regarding access, campsites and latrines in Joe’s Valley. Research is underway to determine both the short-term and long-term plans to address the growing popularity of bouldering and the impact that is taking place by climbers in the area. To preserve access for everyone while talks are ongoing with interested parties, please do not block the gate leading to Area 51 and stay away from oil pumping equipment in the area.
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