Sandstonia Rock Climbing
| Elevation: | 1,351 ft | 412 m |
| GPS: |
38.10049, -81.09596 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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| Shared By: | Ladd Raine on Sep 5, 2006 · Updates | |
| Admins: | Pat Goodman, Chris Whisenhunt, Amanda Smith, Pnelson |
Description
This area presents an abundance of bolted routes 5.10 and under. The tall, 90+ ft wall is the showcase of the area. Get here early, or on a weekday if you don't dig crowds or waiting in lines
You'll notice an "X" on a lot of the rocks here. This is because it is primarily a place for beginners that have a lack of knowledge. Please do not write anything on the walls in chalk. The routes at this area have been climbed thousands of times and if the rocks were going to pull out of the wall then they would have by now. There are still rocks at the top of the cliff that aren't necessarily used as holds so please be safe.
Practice proper crag etiquette and do not hog multiple routes to rotate your group through. If others are waiting, switch off after two climbs.
Getting There
Park at the new parking lot on your left, 100 yards past Good Luck Cemetery (coming from 19). Follow the power line cut to the fourth tower and take a left at the sign that says "Sandstonia" Follow the well traveled trail slightly downhill and right until you get to a rocky gully usually marked with two cairns on either side. This begins the switchback trail designed and built by NRAC and volunteers. The old trail followed a treacherous, steep, ankle-twisting gully and the new trail is quite comfortable and easily navigated. Yet another reason to donate to NRAC. The trail spits you out right at the beginning of the Sandstonia/Tattoo Wall at the first short route on the wall; Hardcore Female Rash. Total approach time is 30 minutes or under.
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