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Jerry's Quarry Rock Climbing

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Routes in Jerry's Quarry

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	Elephant Walk T 5.11d 7a 24 VIII 25 E5 6a
	Equinox T 5.12c 7b+ 27 IX- 27 E6 6b
	One Eyed Frog S 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b
	Toffied Ear Wax TR 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a

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Elevation:	4,161 ft	1,268 m
GPS:	33.95435, -116.09234 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

Unique route here, a must visit. Excellent photo opportunities from all the jumbled boulders around the base of Equinox (5.12c). Best time to visit is afternoons (west face gets sun) in the winter. It can be windy here, but it's nice and quiet otherwise.

Getting There

Take Geology Tour Rd south for about 3.7 miles to pullout #5 (on west side of road, just before the yellow 4x4 sign). The rock formation you see directly to the west about 3/4 of a mile ahead is Jerry's Quarry.

From the left side of the parking lot, follow the worn trail passing the very occasional cairn to the Slashface boulder. From here, take a slight right past a cairn and head for the biggest tree before cutting directly across the wash. Make your way up a small rise and through the flat, then wrap CCW around the formation.

Once you reach the formation's west side, the highest boulder facing west is split by a stunning finger crack. This is Equinox (5.12c). When you first see it, take a left fork and scramble up boulders, then cut right across a slabby boulder to the excellent belay area at the base of the route.