Camelback Mountain Climbing
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Elevation: | 1,500 ft | 457 m |
GPS: |
33.5145, -111.9618 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | Manny Rangel on Jan 19, 2006 | |
Admins: | Greg Opland, Brian Boyd, JJ Schlick, Kemper Brightman, Luke Bertelsen |
Description
Perched pretty much square in the middle of the Phoenix metro area is this mountain that sort of looks like a camel. It is the closest climbing to Phoenix, located centrally in the City. The rock is mostly granite on the East side or Camel's hump and the Camel's head on the west side is a sedimentary rock, described as petrified mud. There is only one rule when climbing here, climb like a cat. Be agile, step lightly and wear a helmet.
The routes in Camelback Mountain are fun and convenient but can be seriously dangerous given the wrong conditions. Rescue is available but try to self rescue if possible. The folks on the Fire Department are busy out here already. Be especially careful not to disturb or climb near bees; they are all Africanized.
The City of Phoenix Camelback Mountain Preserve is open to climbing in designated areas. New routes are no longer allowed as of this year, 2020. Existing routes will remain and be maintained by the Phoenix climbing community. Please obey the Preserve rules and we will enjoy this gem for generations to come.
Please consider contacting the first ascension party if you wish to suggest changes to the routes, bolts or anchors.
The routes in Camelback Mountain are fun and convenient but can be seriously dangerous given the wrong conditions. Rescue is available but try to self rescue if possible. The folks on the Fire Department are busy out here already. Be especially careful not to disturb or climb near bees; they are all Africanized.
The City of Phoenix Camelback Mountain Preserve is open to climbing in designated areas. New routes are no longer allowed as of this year, 2020. Existing routes will remain and be maintained by the Phoenix climbing community. Please obey the Preserve rules and we will enjoy this gem for generations to come.
Please consider contacting the first ascension party if you wish to suggest changes to the routes, bolts or anchors.
Classic Climbing Routes at Camelback Mountain
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