PRINT: Rock Climbing in West Tiers, Joshua Tree National Park

West Tiers

California > Joshua Tree NP > Pinto Basin > Split Rocks > Split Rocks East

Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures 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.

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

Description

The West Tiers are the two west facing walls (one on top of the other) east of Split Dome. In general, the rock is solid and fun to climb. Most of the established routes are protected by bolts, however, Blood and Cuts and Black Panther are two noteworthy crack climbs. Bolted climbs worth ascending are Hot Dog in a Bun, The Patriot, Lee's Health Studio, and Predator Tigress - a disquieting name for a perplexing climb! The descent for every route is an easy walk off.

Getting There

Walk east around Split Dome a few hundred yards to reach the West Tiers.

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A Joshua Tree and the valley between Split Dome and West Tiers.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.

A Joshua Tree and the valley between Split Dome and West Tiers. Photo by Blitzo.