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Cowlick Crag Rock Climbing
Routes in Cowlick Crag
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Bad Hair Day TR 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a |
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Blind Faith T,TR 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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Cow Lick Co. Crag S,TR 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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Cowabunga! S 5.10a/b 6a+ 19 VI+ 19 E2 5b |
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Crack To Slab T,TR 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b |
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Flying Chuckwalla S,TR 5.7+ 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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No Cocktails for Shrimpy TR 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b |
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Pancakes S,TR 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c |
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RHG route TR 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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Unknown 2 S,TR 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a |
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Unknown 3 S,TR 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b |
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Wonderful World of Shrimpy, The TR 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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| Elevation: | 3,818 ft | 1,164 m |
| GPS: |
36.15204, -115.42795 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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| Page Views: | 29,756 total · 133/month | |
| Shared By: | Jason D. Martin on Feb 9, 2007 | |
| Admins: | Luke EF, Larry DeAngelo, Justin Johnsen |
Access Issue: Red Rock RAIN AND WET ROCK: The sandstone is fragile and is very easily damaged when wet.
Details
Holds rip off and climbs have been and will continue to be permanently damaged due to climbers not respecting this phenomenon. After a heavy storm, the rock will remain wet, sometimes for several days. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB IN RED ROCKS during or after rain. A good rule of thumb is that if the ground near your climb is at all damp (and not powdery dry sand), then do not climb. There are many alternatives (limestone, granite, basalt, and plastic) nearby.
HUMAN WASTE Human waste is one of the major issues plaguing Red Rocks. The Las Vegas Climbers Liaison Council and the AAC provides free "wag bags" in several locations (Black Velvet, First Pullout, Kraft Mtn/Bouldering, The Gallery, and The Black Corridor). These bags are designed so that you can pack your waste out - consider bringing one to be part of your kit (just like your rope and shoes and lunch) no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly (do not throw them in the toilets at the parking area).
HUMAN WASTE Human waste is one of the major issues plaguing Red Rocks. The Las Vegas Climbers Liaison Council and the AAC provides free "wag bags" in several locations (Black Velvet, First Pullout, Kraft Mtn/Bouldering, The Gallery, and The Black Corridor). These bags are designed so that you can pack your waste out - consider bringing one to be part of your kit (just like your rope and shoes and lunch) no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly (do not throw them in the toilets at the parking area).
Description
One of the better beginner-friendly crags for toprope and sport climbing in the 5.5 to 5.9 range. There are TR anchors on top of the formation which can be easily and safely reached by hiking around the back to the left or right of the crag.
The wall faces south/southwest. In the colder months, the crag gets shaded by the other side of the pass in the afternoon. When the sun is higher in the sky the crag can get sun for much of the day.
The whole wall (including the TR anchors) was revamped with new, quality hardware in 2025 thanks to the SNCC and ASCA.
Getting There
See parent area (Guardian Angel Pass East) for approach instructions. This red blob of rock is the first crag on the right (north) when entering the pass.
Classic Climbing Routes at Cowlick Crag
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