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Atom Smasher Boulders Rock Climbing

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Routes in Atom Smasher Boulders

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	Gumshoe T 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c
	Ionic Strength T 5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a
	Isotope T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Knee Knockers TR 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Quantum Mechanics T 5.11b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c
	Shin Bashers T 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a R

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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

The Atom Smasher Boulders are a cluster of HUGE cleanly cleaved boulders in the north Wonderland. They are near The Ivory Towers and the Timbuctu Towers. All routes are trad bolt protected. There are several classics and all routes get stars. The superclassic of the area is the often photographed arete Ionic Strength (5.12a ****). The route Gumshoe (5.10d**) is seen on the cover of the Bartlett guide to the Wonderland. Also recommended is Isotope (5.9**) for the classic moderate of the area.

Getting There

Approach via the Boyscout trail. Approximately 3+ miles of flat walking, allow one hour for the approach.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Atom Smasher Boulders

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a 14 ● Isotope Trad
5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c 16 ● Gumshoe Trad
5.11b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c 9 ● Quantum Mechanics Trad
5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a 15 ● Ionic Strength Trad