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Mitten Slab Rock Climbing

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	Illusions T 5.10+ 6b+ 21 VII+ 20 E3 5b PG13
	Mitten Slab AKA Arm and Hammer S 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b

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Elevation:	6,396 ft	1,950 m
GPS:	39.62915, -107.813 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Description

As you approach Rifle Arch, you will see a 500' tall, dark, varnished slab with a long diagonal roof spanning its width. It is vaguely in the shape of a giant mitten, hence the name.

Getting There

After branching left of the benches, head to the base of the wall continuing left. You will pass several routes before you are force back down into talus and dirt. Keep an eye out for a faint trail leading back up to the base of the Mitten. There can be a fair amount of poison ivy in this area so use caution.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Mitten Slab

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5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b 25 ● Mitten Slab AKA Arm and Hammer Sport 5 pitches
5.10+ 6b+ 21 VII+ 20 E3 5b PG13 7 ● Illusions Trad 7 pitches