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Mini Crag Rock Climbing

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Routes in Mini Crag

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	Bloom County T 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
	Cat's Claw T 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c
	Model T T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Mr. T T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Opus Dihedral T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Piddle Pugg T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b R
	Steeped T T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c

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Elevation:	4,063 ft	1,238 m
GPS:	34.03815, -116.18648 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/…