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The KD Boulder Rock Climbing

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KD Boulder Crack, The TR 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b

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GPS:	34.07839, -116.14248 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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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 boulder has an obvious overhanging OW crack that faces NE. This crack is obvious as you come up the canyon as there is a tree right next to it. If you fall out of the crack at the top you could end up in the tree.

Getting There

Hike up Rattlesnake Canyon past the waterfall area to where the canyon turns west. Hike up the canyon until below the crags on the north side that are south facing. This is "The Pyramid." The KD Boulder is on the right side of the wash and is identifiable by the 120 degree overhanging crack which goes from hands down low to OW at the top (crux). It is on the NE side.