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Jam or Slam Rock Rock Climbing

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Jam or Slam Rock (NE Face) 2 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 2

Jam or Slam Rock (SW Face) 3 / 0 / 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 6

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Elevation:	4,200 ft	1,280 m
GPS:	34.01777, -116.16901 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Murf on Nov 10, 2003
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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

Just off the road, this small rock has good routes in the 5.10 range. The southwest side (Fire or Retire, Cranking Skills or Hospital Bills) is warm and protected from the wind, and would be a location on colder days. The northeast face (No Perch is Necessary, The Usual Suspects) is less sheltered.

Getting There

Park in the south side pullout a few hundred yards before the Real Hidden Valley/Intersection Rock intersection. The southeast face is clearly visible from the road. To approach it, walk around the right and up. For the south face head left and around.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Jam or Slam Rock

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

5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b 44 ● Fire or Retire Trad Jam or Slam Rock (SW…
5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b 6 ● No Perch is Necessary Trad Jam or Slam Rock (NE…