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The Black Tower Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Black Tower

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	Crown of Thorns S 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Evil Twin S 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b
	Exhumed S 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b
	Umbilical Cord S 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	What's the Point S 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c

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Elevation:	3,200 ft
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Description

This is the formation directly to the east of the Pillar of Hope and stands out from the other formations with its large patches of black patina. There is a smaller rock in front, connected to the Black Tower by means of a natural bridge (see the Umbilical Cord). In addition to the aforementioned climb, the tower is home to several other nice sport routes. Like most of the formations in the Cemetery, there are good edges on the climbs but many of the flakes are hollow. On the south side of this formation there is a lesser block with a couple moderate TR problems.

Getting There

Approach as for the Cemetery. Head left into the heart of the formations. The Black Tower is at the center of the main area, east of the Pillars of Hope and Despair, and south of the Evil Pillar.

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Classic Climbing Routes at The Black Tower

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

5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c 73 ● Umbilical Cord Sport
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a 29 ● Crown of Thorns Sport
5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b 14 ● Exhumed Sport
5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b 29 ● Evil Twin Sport