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Murrin Park Rock Climbing
Areas in Murrin Park
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Altamont
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Beyond Woodstock
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Commonwealth
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Commune
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Down Amongst the Cedars
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Genesis
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Golden Nugget, The
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Lakeside in the Woods
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Leviticus
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Nightmare Rock
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| Elevation: | 434 ft | 132 m |
| GPS: |
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Access Issue: Camping
Details
The popularity of Squamish within the #vanlife community has increased to the point that there is great concern about the group’s collective environmental impact. “Wild” or “Freedom” camping has become unmanageable environmentally because of the high numbers of campers. This is a serious issue that causes conflict between locals, home owners, and climbers!
VAN CAMPING / WILD CAMPING
Within District Boundaries
The District of Squamish PROHIBITS camping within the municipal boundary. This includes sleeping in a vehicle anywhere within District boundaries. A bylaw gives the District the power to issue tickets for contraventions.
Camping on urban / residential streets is prohibited under pre-existing bylaws.
The “hot spots” that have been of most concern are below.
· The whole of the Mamquam Forest Service Road under the North Walls of the Chief between the junction with the 99 and junction with the Stawamus/Indian Arm Forest Service Road (as a salmon run and sensitive riparian area, camping close to the Stawamus River is especially inappropriate)
· The Powerhouse Springs Road including the parking area for the Fern Hill cliff
· The dirt road to the kitesurfing “Spit.”
Outside of District Boundaries
If you explore forest roads in crown land outside the municipal boundaries, it may be possible to find discreet roadside sites suitable for tents or van camping. However, the provincial authorities do have some restrictions ;
· Stays are limited to 14 days.
· Campers should follow Leave No Trace principles. HUMAN WASTE is a major issue.
· Strictly observe any current fire bans.
DESIGNATED CAMPGROUNDS
Please see the District of Squamish website for a comprehensive list of designated campgrounds.
Recommended affordable camping:
- At the Chief: Stawamus Chief Provincial Park Campground BC parks site, spots start at $10.00 CAD/person. No reservations.
- 7 minutes north: Mamquam River Campground A non-profit site, spots start at $15.00cad/night for a drive-in site. Reservations recommended, not required.
- 20 minutes north: Chek Canyon Recreation Site A public site; no fees, no reservations and world class sport-climbing. No running water. The road is steep and rough but 4x4 not required
VAN CAMPING / WILD CAMPING
Within District Boundaries
The District of Squamish PROHIBITS camping within the municipal boundary. This includes sleeping in a vehicle anywhere within District boundaries. A bylaw gives the District the power to issue tickets for contraventions.
Camping on urban / residential streets is prohibited under pre-existing bylaws.
The “hot spots” that have been of most concern are below.
· The whole of the Mamquam Forest Service Road under the North Walls of the Chief between the junction with the 99 and junction with the Stawamus/Indian Arm Forest Service Road (as a salmon run and sensitive riparian area, camping close to the Stawamus River is especially inappropriate)
· The Powerhouse Springs Road including the parking area for the Fern Hill cliff
· The dirt road to the kitesurfing “Spit.”
Outside of District Boundaries
If you explore forest roads in crown land outside the municipal boundaries, it may be possible to find discreet roadside sites suitable for tents or van camping. However, the provincial authorities do have some restrictions ;
· Stays are limited to 14 days.
· Campers should follow Leave No Trace principles. HUMAN WASTE is a major issue.
· Strictly observe any current fire bans.
DESIGNATED CAMPGROUNDS
Please see the District of Squamish website for a comprehensive list of designated campgrounds.
Recommended affordable camping:
- At the Chief: Stawamus Chief Provincial Park Campground BC parks site, spots start at $10.00 CAD/person. No reservations.
- 7 minutes north: Mamquam River Campground A non-profit site, spots start at $15.00cad/night for a drive-in site. Reservations recommended, not required.
- 20 minutes north: Chek Canyon Recreation Site A public site; no fees, no reservations and world class sport-climbing. No running water. The road is steep and rough but 4x4 not required
Description
Murrin Park is an excellent collection of granite crags just south of Squamish. The variety of climbing is outstanding as there are easy slabs, excellent trad routes at all grades, big overhangs, long vertical sport routes, and testpiece cracks.
Most of the cliffs are east facing making for shaded afternoon climbing on hot days. Some are secluded enough to make for peaceful days even on busy weekends. The lake a great place for a dip to cool off at the end of the day.
Most of the cliffs are east facing making for shaded afternoon climbing on hot days. Some are secluded enough to make for peaceful days even on busy weekends. The lake a great place for a dip to cool off at the end of the day.
Getting There
Driving north on Highway 99 towards Squamish, you pass through Brittannia Beach with its gold mine tour and tourist shops. The road then climbs a continuous hill and after a few curves you'll see Browning Lake on your left and signs for Murrin Park. Pull off into the parking lot just past the lake. Pay if the machine is working and you don't want to live on the wild side.
Classic Climbing Routes at Murrin Park
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
| Route Name | Location | Star Rating | Difficulty | Date |
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| ● One Thumb Up | Splitsville > Upper Splitsville |
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5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b Trad | |
| ● Wicker Cranium | Up Among the Firs |
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5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a Trad | |
| ● The Reacharound | Lakeside in the Woods |
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5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a Trad | |
| ● A Little Testis | Up Among the Firs |
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5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b Trad | |
| ● The Burglar | Lakeside in the Woods |
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5.10c/d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b Sport | |
| ● Pleasant Pheasant | Petrifying Wall |
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5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c Sport | |
| ● Hypertension | Nightmare Rock |
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5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c Trad | |
| ● Perspective | Nightmare Rock |
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5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c Trad | |
| ● No Name Road | Petrifying Wall |
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5.11b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c Sport | |
| ● Jeff and the Giant Reach | Zoe |
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5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a Sport | |
| ● Burning Down the Couch | Petrifying Wall |
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5.11d 7a 24 VIII 25 E5 6a Sport | |
| ● Sentry Box | Nightmare Rock |
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5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a Trad | |
| ● Claim Jumper | Nightmare Rock |
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5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a Trad | |
| ● Black Water | Petrifying Wall |
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5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a Sport | |
| ● The Flingus Cling | Petrifying Wall |
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5.12b 7b 26 VIII+ 26 E5 6b Sport |
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