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Throne Rock Area Rock Climbing

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Routes in Throne Rock Area

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	Hard Hands T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a V1-2 5
	Jack Knife T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Orient Express S 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Practice slab TR 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b

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Access Issue: Rule changes for pets and trail closures 30 minutes after sunset Details

Rule Changes Concerning Pets at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area to Take Effect March 1.
Beginning March 1, new rules will take effect at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area designed to balance the need to better protect sensitive natural habitats atop the rock, including the vernal pools, and still allow visitors to continue to enjoy central Texas’ most popular destination with their pets.

Starting Tuesday, pets will only be allowed in specified camping areas, day-use areas and the Loop Trail. Pets will no longer be allowed to accompany hikers on the Summit Trail that ascends to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Most trails, including the Summit Trail, are closed 30 minutes after sunset, allowing park visitors to view the sunset and safely descend to the parking lot. The Loop Trail is the only trail open after sunset to gain access to the primitive camping areas.

For more info:
tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/…

830-685-3636

Description

Throne Rock is the name given to a collection of routes that ascend the large boulders on the right side of the main Echo Canyon area. There are two very good routes in the area – Orient Express (5.9) and Jack Knife (5.5). The first boulder contains the Practice Slab, an easy top rope face. There are three routes on the boulder behind the Practice Slab (including Orient Express), while the large boulder leaning against the wall at the top of the purple climber’s trail contains Jack Knife.

Getting There

From the large boulders and information board at the base of the Echo Canyon trail, hike to the right until you find the purple climber’s trail. Climb the trail until you see Motorboat Rock off to the left. Break right and follow the rock to the Throne Rock area. A little scrambling and boulder hopping is required to reach the climbs.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Throne Rock Area

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a 199 ● Jack Knife Trad
5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b 32 ● Practice slab TR
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a 56 ● Orient Express Sport
5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a V1-2 5 19 ● Hard Hands Trad, Boulder