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Triangle Boulder Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in Triangle Boulder

L › R R › L A › Z

	Descent Route V-easy 3 PG13
	Dynamo Hum V1 5
	East Face Direct V0- 4- R
	Easter Bunny Back Scraper V0 4 PG13
	Old Triangle Classic V0+ 4+
	Triangle Boulder South Face V0- 4-
	Triangle Face Center V6 7A

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Elevation:	4,200 ft	1,280 m
GPS:	34.01678, -116.16341 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details Details

The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock-colored bolt hangers are allowed. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.

The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

This is a fairly large boulder with close to ten problems from V-easy to V4 with most V2 and under.

Notable problems on this boulder include Old Triangle Classic (V0+) and Dynamo Hum (V1).

Getting There

Head east from the Day Use parking lot and then make a left (heading in a northerly direction) following a paved road which runs through the Campground. Continue past the Caveman Boulder until the distinctive triangle shaped block comes into view on your left.