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West Mongolia Rock Climbing

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Areas in West Mongolia

Al's Crag 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 3

Asian Friends Buttress 7 / 0 / 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 8

Black Tower, The 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 1

Fuzz Bumper Crag 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 3

Greatest Love Songs Ever Written Crag 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0

Snake Dome 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 3

Tia Dome 2 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 2

Western Siberia 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 1

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Elevation:	4,448 ft	1,356 m
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures 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.

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

Description

West Mongolia consists of crags, a couple hundred yards to the west of Siberia. Here you will find Asian Fever Buttress, Al's Crag, Fuzz Bumper Crag, The Black Tower and others. The climbing is varied and mostly sunny.

Getting There

Follow the Siberia approach, but head north to this area after crossing a wash. A pointed formation with a blocky top will be seen at the left end of this area. About 375 yards of walking will bring you to this formation.

21 Total Climbs

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Classic Climbing Routes at West Mongolia

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

5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a 47 ● Yellow Peril Trad Asian Friends Buttress
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b 44 ● Asian Friends Trad Asian Friends Buttress