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GPS:	33.9605, -116.0187 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Dave Cox on Mar 29, 2008
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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

We headed out here a couple of months ago and found this area to be a fun destination. Shortish hike and no lines. After walking along the right side of the crag you come across an obvious entrance to a little clearing amongst the large pile. Look to the left you will see a right leaning thin crack leading to two bolts. We figured 10a. If you turned around 180 degrees and kept walking There is also a 1 bolt slab 100 yards away (Bartlett says 5.7).

I will clean this up a little if any info should spring up.

Getting There

On the way down the dirt road leading to stirrup tank you will see some crags off to the right of the main climbing area.

Hike as if you were going to mountainproject.com/v/calif… and keep walking west till you reach reach the crags.About a 20 min approach.