Indian Creek Rock Climbing
Areas in Indian Creek
Elevation: | 5,753 ft |
GPS: |
38.02574, -109.53987 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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RAPTOR CLOSURES: please be aware of seasonal raptor closures. They occur annually in the spring.
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2023 Raptor Avoidance Areas- The Wall, Far Side, The Meat Walls, Cliffs of Insanity, Public Service Wall, Disappointment Cliffs, Fin Wall, Broken Tooth, Cat Wall, Slug Wall, and Reservoir Wall. See map in photos section.
Each spring raptors return to the Indian Creek area for nesting. Eagles, falcons, hawks, and other migratory birds use shallow depressions on ledges, cliffs and rock walls to build nests, often returning to the same site year after year to raise their young. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) requests that visitors and recreationists avoid these areas during critical nesting periods which typically start in early March and last through late August. Avoiding recreational activity in the vicinity of the nest sites along and maintaining a safe viewing distance will help ensure survival of young birds.
Beginning March 1, the public will be asked to avoid activities in areas that the BLM has identified as having high potential or are historically known to have raptor nesting activity. Areas that have potential nesting activity are referred to in many climbing guidebooks as: The Wall, Far Side, The Meat Walls, Cliffs of Insanity, Public Service Wall, Disappointment Cliffs, Fin Wall, Broken Tooth, Cat Wall, Slug Wall, and Reservoir Wall. This list serves only as a guide and does not indicate every avoidance area or encompass all known names of the affected climbing areas. Please refer to the provided “Raptor Protection Map” to identify avoidance areas for the protection of the nesting sites. The BLM is coordinating these raptor protection efforts with the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA), who is the administrator of the climbing areas known as Disappointment Cliffs and portions of the Second Meat Wall climbing area.
In March, BLM biologists will begin the annual surveys of raptor activity to verify which historic nest sites are being used. Typically, by late April or early May, biologists can identify the nesting areas the raptors have selected. At that time the areas without active nests will be cleared for recreational use. The BLM requests that climbers, campers, and hikers completely avoid areas with active nests until the young birds have fledged, which is usually by late summer. Biologists will monitor nesting activity throughout the season and keep the recreation community informed of potential changes. Avoidance area notices and maps will be posted throughout the Indian Creek Corridor during the recreation season.
While falcons and eagles are not overly common sights in southeastern Utah, they are present throughout the area and keen-eyed observers are sometimes rewarded with their aerial acrobatics. Visitors can watch adult birds hunt or observe the antics of young raptors perfecting their flying techniques. These species in Utah continue to recover from low population levels, thanks in part to cooperation from the public, climbing communities and governmental partners. The BLM would like to remind the public there are private land holdings throughout the Indian Creek Corridor. Please respect private landowners’ boundaries and signage.
For questions about this avoidance areas, raptors, and migratory bird habitat in the Monticello area, please contact Melissa Wardle or Jason Byrd with the BLM Monticello Field Office at 435-587-1500. Persons who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TTY) may call 711 to leave a message or question. The TTY Relay System is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Replies are provided during normal business hours.
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There are lots of cracks here on the Wingate sandstone. Lots of people now, too. Tread lightly.
Do not park on crust. Period. Even if the parking area / lot is full. Even if you really dont think it matters much - and everyone else did anyways. If we do not stop parking on crust we will lose our access to these climbing areas.
You can view weather data for the Creek at this link. Be sure to change your start and end dates!
https://climate.usu.edu/mchd/dashboard/dashboard.php?network=AGWX&station=1197507&startdate=2021-10-01&enddate=2021-10-31&units=english&showgraph=undefined
Mind your animals. This is a very public place with a lot of people. Not everyone wants their crotch nuzzled with a dogs muzzle.
Please Respect and Protect archaeological sites: Stay on trail, help prevent damage. Don’t move artifacts, let everyone enjoy the discovery. Stay out of ancient buildings and off walls, they are fragile! Report looting and vandalism: 1 800 722 3998
Getting There
BLM Outdoor Recreation Planner
Climber Avoidance Areas (raptor)
Raptor Closure: Begins March 1, 2022
The BLM asks the public to avoid climbing or hiking in areas with high potential or historically known to have bird nesting activity. The impacted areas are referred to in many climbing guidebooks as: The Wall, Far Side, The Meat Walls, Cliffs of Insanity, Public Service Wall, Disappointment Cliffs, Fin Wall, Broken Tooth, Cat Wall, Slug Wall, and Reservoir Wall.
Classic Climbing Routes at Indian Creek
Route Name | Location | Star Rating | Difficulty | Date |
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● Supercrack of the Desert | Supercrack Buttress |
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5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b Trad 3 pitches | |
● Incredible Hand Crack | Supercrack Buttress |
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5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b Trad | |
● Jolly Rancher | Pistol Whipped |
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5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b Trad | |
● Pente | CLOSED FOR RAPTORS -… |
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5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c Trad | |
● Lightning Bolt Cracks | N Six Shooter Peak |
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5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c Trad | |
● Big Guy | Scarface |
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5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c Trad | |
● Scarface | Scarface |
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5.11a/b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c Trad | |
● Excuse Station | CLOSED FOR RAPTORS -… |
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5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c Trad | |
● Sinestra | CLOSED FOR RAPTORS -… |
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5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c Trad | |
● Jupiter Crack | Sparks Wall |
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5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c Trad | |
● 9 Lives | CLOSED FOR RAPTORS -… |
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5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a Trad | |
● Annunaki | Optimator |
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5.11+ 7a 24 VIII 24 E4 6a Trad | |
● Way Rambo | Way Rambo |
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5.12- 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a Trad | |
● Broken Tooth | CLOSED FOR RAPTORS -… |
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5.12- 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a Trad | |
● Slice and Dice | Way Rambo |
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5.12 7b+ 27 VIII+ 26 E6 6b Trad |
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