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Pet Rock Rock Climbing

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Routes in Pet Rock

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	Excitable Boy T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Penthouse Pet T 5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c
	Pet Project T 5.4 4a 12 IV 10 VD 3c
	Pet Shop Girls T 5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c R
	She Bop T 5.9- 5c 17 VI 16 HVS 4c PG13
	She's So Unusual T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	What Does The Fox Say? T 5.4 4a 12 IV 10 VD 3c

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Elevation:	4,062 ft	1,238 m
GPS:	34.03414, -116.184 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 is a long, low formation with a few good quality routes. The cliff is fairly sheltered and sunny in the afternoon - not a bad place to go on a cold day.

The cliff is located just NW of the second paved pullout on the right past the Boy Scout (Willow Hole) parking area when driving into the park.

Descent - West Face - Right (the section with She's So Unusual): scramble off easy terrain just behind the belay to the east and a quick walk around to the front (west) side.

Descent - West Face - Left (the section with Excitable Boy): there are a few options, but scramble with an easy downclimb to reach the jumbled boulders off the east side, then make your way down, working to the left (north) end of the crag, where you can then do a short walk around and back to the west side.