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The Trad Crag Rock Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in The Trad Crag

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	Balloon That Would Not Die, The T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Balloon That Would Not Spy, The T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	It's Good To Be King T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	King Of Jesters, Jester To Kings T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Sanga's On Fire, The T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Elevation:	3,888 ft	1,185 m
GPS:	34.07265, -116.14076 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 large (200'+) broad formation is the single largest in the Valley of the Kings. It lies up, left and behind The Helmet. The far left side has The Arrowhead with the unusual and beautiful Firewater Chimney 5.10b. It faces north and is in the shade all the time.