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Cape Hauy Rock Climbing

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Areas in Cape Hauy

Candlestick, The 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 1

Totem Pole, The 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 3

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Elevation:	311 ft	95 m
GPS:	-43.143, 148 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Description

Cape Hauy's main attraction needs no introduction. The Totem Pole is probably the sickest tower in the world. But this area also features the Candlestick, another brilliant sea-stack with a character all its own.

This is a beautiful, wild place, and is a must-see destination for climbers and hikers alike. If these routes are a bit too spicey for your tastes, you absolutely must hike out to see them.

Getting There

A well maintained trail heads south from the Fortescue Bay beach. After about 90 minutes of rolling terrain the trail ends abruptly. From this point head north along a subtle climber's trail, down the gently sloping north side of the cape. Eventually you will be able to traverse west with a few easy downclimbs. Once the Tote is visible, head back south to a bolted belay anchor.

4 Total Climbs

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Classic Climbing Routes at Cape Hauy

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

5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a 4 ● Corner Route / Direct Route Trad 4 pitches Candlestick
5.12b 7b 26 VIII+ 26 E5 6b PG13 11 ● The Free Route Trad 2 pitches Totem Pole