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The Cornerstone Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Cornerstone

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	As the Crags Turn T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Camo Corner T 5.10- 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	General Hospital T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a PG13
	Rope Opera T 5.11a/b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c PG13

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Elevation:	4,432 ft	1,351 m
GPS:	34.05266, -116.13742 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details Details

The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock-colored bolt hangers are allowed. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.

The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

The Cornerstone is a large formation located in the far reaches of the Wonderland Valley. It's home to a fine assortment of face and crack routes including As the Crags Turn (5.7), General Hospital (5.9), All My Children (5.8) and Tomato Amnesia (5.10a).

Getting There

Follow directions to the Bighorn Dome, continue down the valley about .5 miles, generally following the wash. The Cornerstone will become obvious on the left side. The east side of the formation can be identified by the left leaning flake system ( "As The Crag Turns" ) and the large flake system which splits the face ( "General Hospital" and "Rope Opera" ).