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Child's Molar Rock Climbing

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Routes in Child's Molar

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	Desert Storm S 5.12c 7b+ 27 IX- 27 E6 6b
	Ethical Decay T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Lead Fillings S 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Nitrous Rockcide T,S 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b

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Elevation:	5,135 ft	1,565 m
GPS:	43.88731, -103.46538 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Description

After passing Shipyard Rock and Hornet's Nest, most of South Seas is made up of small spires and fins. Guarding the far side of the area is a large spire with a prominent bombay chimney - this is Child's Molar. Lead Fillings is one of the best 5.9s at Rushmore, and this rock is generally less crowded than the rest of South Seas.

Getting There

A network of trails passes through South Seas, so generally aim for the spire and you'll get there. It is about a 15 minute walk from the road.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Child's Molar

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a 89 ● Lead Fillings Sport
5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b 37 ● Nitrous Rockcide Trad, Sport
5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b 16 ● Ethical Decay Trad