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Observatory Wall (Upper Tier) Rock Climbing
Routes in Observatory Wall (Upper Tier)
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Airbus T 5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c PG13 |
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Diablo Standard T 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b |
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Goodnight Moon T 5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c |
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La Naris S 5.11b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c |
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Lichening The Serpent S 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a |
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Luna Lumina T 5.11- 6c 22 VIII+ 22 E3 5c PG13 |
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Solar Eclipse T 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b |
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You're Scaring the Horses S 5.12b 7b 26 VIII+ 26 E5 6b |
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| Elevation: | 5,500 ft |
| GPS: | 35.805, -106.142 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
| Page Views: | 7,419 total · 41/month |
| Shared By: | A Miller on Jun 7, 2006 · Updates |
| Admins: | Shirtless Mike, Jason Halladay, Anthony Stout, LeeAB Brinckerhoff, Marta Reece, Drew Chojnowski |
Access Issue: COVID-19 New Mexico Requirements - Updated Nov. 16, 2020
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Effective November 16th, 2020, please do not travel into New Mexico to climb.
On November 16, 2020, the New Mexico state governor updated the executive order (cv.nmhealth.org/wp-content/…) requiring all visitors from out of state to self-isolate or self-quarantine for a period of at least 14 days from the date of their entry into the State of New Mexico or for the duration of their presence in the State, whichever is shorter. The terms "self-isolate" or "self-quarantine" refer the voluntary physical separation of a person or group of people in a residence or other place of lodging. Any person who is self-isolating or self-quarantining may only leave a residence or place of lodging to receive medical care and should not allow others into the residence or place of lodging except for those providing medical care, emergency response, or other individuals designated by the New Mexico Department of Health.
The executive order also closes all New Mexico State Parks to non-NM residents.
This Executive Order shall take effect on November 16, 2020 and shall remain in effect through the duration of the public health emergency declared in Executive Order 2020-004 and any extensions of that emergency declaration or until it is rescinded.
Additionally, NM state guidance requires all persons to wear a mask anytime they are out in public, including outdoor recreation areas.
On November 16, 2020, the New Mexico state governor updated the executive order (cv.nmhealth.org/wp-content/…) requiring all visitors from out of state to self-isolate or self-quarantine for a period of at least 14 days from the date of their entry into the State of New Mexico or for the duration of their presence in the State, whichever is shorter. The terms "self-isolate" or "self-quarantine" refer the voluntary physical separation of a person or group of people in a residence or other place of lodging. Any person who is self-isolating or self-quarantining may only leave a residence or place of lodging to receive medical care and should not allow others into the residence or place of lodging except for those providing medical care, emergency response, or other individuals designated by the New Mexico Department of Health.
The executive order also closes all New Mexico State Parks to non-NM residents.
This Executive Order shall take effect on November 16, 2020 and shall remain in effect through the duration of the public health emergency declared in Executive Order 2020-004 and any extensions of that emergency declaration or until it is rescinded.
Additionally, NM state guidance requires all persons to wear a mask anytime they are out in public, including outdoor recreation areas.
Description
The Observatory Wall is the tier of rock above the Runway, on Early Wall. North-facing and shaded (good in summer). Reach these climbs by climbing the Runway (Lower Tier) routes below them, usually continuing past the anchors through a blocky section to a higher belay at the base of the Observatory Wall routes. Due to loose rocks, you can't easily/safely traverse very far along the base of the upper tier.
To descend, some climbs may require a 70m rope, 2nd rope, or shenanigans, or walk off to the left. Check the route descriptions to see the best approach pitches, and to see if you'll want a 2nd rope.
It's worth it, the rock quality and views are great.
To descend, some climbs may require a 70m rope, 2nd rope, or shenanigans, or walk off to the left. Check the route descriptions to see the best approach pitches, and to see if you'll want a 2nd rope.
It's worth it, the rock quality and views are great.
Getting There
Follow the approach for The Grotto but head left (east) before entering the Grotto proper. Climb a route on the Runway (Lower Tier) to reach the upper tier, the Observatory Wall.
Classic Climbing Routes at Observatory Wall (Upper Tier)
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