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Axe Edge

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Description

Axe Edge is the larger rock behind picture window. Many good thin routes are on its south and east sides. Breast Stroke is probably the best route on the rock, and it goes at 5.11b.

Getting There

From the trailhead for Marker/Monster, walk left towards the Monster area. Walk past the high formations and up the hill. Near the end is the very distinctive Picture Window (large hole in the face). Axe Edge is the larger formation just behind it to the south.

Routes from Left to Right

5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
 27
● Kodah
Trad, Sport
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b X
 7
● Axe Edge
Trad
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
● Kodah
 27
5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a Trad, Sport
● Axe Edge
 7
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b X Trad

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It is possible to save someone. Be very attentive, keep slack out of rope, and know what a running belay is! Caught just before cratering! Whew!
[Hide Photo] It is possible to save someone. Be very attentive, keep slack out of rope, and know what a running belay is! Caught just before cratering! Whew!