Conrad Rock Rock Climbing
| Elevation: | 4,300 ft | 1,311 m |
| GPS: |
33.9894, -116.14343 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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| Page Views: | 32,559 total · 117/month | |
| Shared By: | Josh Beck on Apr 7, 2003 | |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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
On the far right (south) end of the Cowboy Crags is Conrad Rock. It features a few routes but the reason most people come here is for the excellent and aptly named splitter Heart of Darkness (5.10d), contained in a very narrow (4-6 feet wide) very cool and shaded corridor.
Getting There
Same initial approach as for the Oyster Bar - park in the lot just past Ryan Campground on your right and follow the trail to the base of Target Rock.
Make a right and follow the trail south to the next formation, which is Conrad Rock (identified by a visible crack on the west face). Continue up through boulders to access a slab which leads into the southern entrance of the corridor.
The southern approach (towards Ryan CG) is much easier than coming in from the north.
Classic Climbing Routes at Conrad Rock
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