All Locations > California > Joshua Tree NP > Quail Springs Area

Baskerville Rock Rock Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in Baskerville Rock

L › R R › L A › Z

	Charing Cross Hospital T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Don't Bolt Me TR 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a
	Dr. Mortimer, I Presume? T 5.2 3 8 II 8 D 2c
	Flexo Crack T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Hounds, The TR 5.10a/b 6a+ 19 VI+ 19 E2 5b
	Left Baskerville Crack T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Man on the Tor, The T 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Right Baskerville Crack T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Sound Asleep T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Stemulation T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a R
	Three Broken Threads T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a PG13
	Weathering Frights T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a

Order Wrong? Sort Routes

Explore this area in 3D

Use onX Backcountry to explore the terrain in 3D, view recent satellite imagery, and more. Now available in onX Backcountry Mobile apps! For more information see this post.

Elevation:	3,978 ft	1,212 m
GPS:	34.03366, -116.20152 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
Page Views:	14,849 total · 53/month
Shared By:	Gary Kleiger on May 10, 2003
Admins:	Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes Page Updates (admin only)

See Weather Forecast

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

This northeast-facing rock is the first major formation that one will encounter on the trail to the White Cliffs of Dover This rock is steep enough that, while the belayer will be exposed to sunlight in the morning, the climbs will have at least some degree of shade all day. Without a doubt, the classic on the formation is Right Baskerville Crack (5.10a).

Getting There

Starting from Trashcan Rock, find a well developed trail that heads south towards an obvious band of cliffs...the rocks high up on this hill are the White Cliffs of Dover Note: this trail can be found on the eastern-most side of the parking lot in the back. Hike the trail for approximately 1/2 mile; Baskerville Rock is the first one encountered.