The BLM office in Monticello has asked the Friends of Indian Creek to remind climbers that there is a 14-day limit on camping on BLM Land. The F.O.I.C. understands that there is a bit of a history of staying in the Creek for far longer, but heavy climber-traffic in the area has made the BLM take notice of this tradition. Be aware that overstaying the 14-day limit makes climbers look as if we feel the rules don't apply to us and thus has an effect on long-term access. Moving your campsite throughout the season, or perhaps finding a site outside the main Indian Creek area, will not only help smooth relations with the BLM, but will also keep you from possibly getting hit with a fine.
By Ken Trout From: Golden, CO Sep 30, 2009 rating: 5.10
CONDITION REPORT
First Ascent: Ken Trout and Scott Visscher, October, 1978. First free ascent of North Sixshooter. Bill Forrest and ? tried this before us, but backed off when the overhang/block/belay-ledge settled down a few inches as Bill climbed onto it. This is the easy way to free the tower, since the original route has aid ladder.
We placed the bolt belay and about three protection bolts on the second pitch. They were all 1/4" stars, good to just over 1,000lbs, when new. Don't trust the bolts, unless someone has put in new ones. Bring a kit and place some real bolts, at least for the belay!
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