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The Lynch Crag Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Lynch Crag

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	Eraserhead T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Mulholland Drive T 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a R
	Powered by Old English T 5.11d 7a 24 VIII 25 E5 6a
	Wounded Knee T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Elevation:	3,876 ft	1,181 m
GPS:	34.07411, -116.14171 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Temporary Closure in effect from April 3 to June 15, 2024 Details

Temporary Closure for Nesting Raptors
Date Posted: 4/4/2024
Due to the presence of nesting raptors, the following rock climbing areas are temporarily closed: Slatanic Area, Rattlesnake Buttress, Margaret Thatcher Spire, The Stepping Stones, The Bulkhead, The Dunce Cap, and Commissioner’s Buttress.

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

This crag was named after the famous director/film maker, David Lynch. The climbs here are mostly named after his movies.

This smaller, dark brown, crag lies on the left-hand (north) side of the Valley, about 150 yards east and across the Valley from The Helmet formation. It faces south and has several obvious crack systems.