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Buzz Rock
International
> N America
> Mexico
> Nuevo Leon
> El Potrero Chico
Description
This formation is North of El Toro and closer to the various places to stay. It's blank face where routes were put in is obvious from the main road. This is an ideal spot to take beginners or to just get away from crowds at Mota Wall and other popular destinations with moderate lines.
Getting There
From the main paved road, turn off to the west on the side road that crosses the arroyo to the entrance of "La Cueva del Jabali". These are the obvious orange-colored (in 2019) buildings. Walk up the short access road, pass through the gate, and immediately turn left onto the trail. It is obvious from here. See photos.
[Hide Photo] This is the most efficient way to find the start of the trail. Leave the main paved road at the sign for "Quinta Santa Barbara" and take the marked side road over to the entrance gate to "La Cueva…
[Hide Photo] Just inside the gate of "La Cueva del Jabali", turn left and start up the good trail to the base of Buzz Rock
[Hide Comment] Ok, the hike to Buzz is a pain. Make sure you stay on the trail or you will end up in cactus hell.
The climbs at buzz are fun, mostly single pitch moderates. It's far away from the "crowds" so you will likely be all by yourself, which can be really nice.
The climbs are easy/happy/fun. Not worth the hike unless you are looking to get away from it all and sharpen your leading skills on easy climbs.
Jan 20, 2009
[Hide Comment] Go into the wash just before bridge. Walk towards Hidalgo and look for sign on left. Good signed trail now exists. Not a cactus crawl anymore.
Feb 27, 2018
Wayne, PA
The climbs at buzz are fun, mostly single pitch moderates. It's far away from the "crowds" so you will likely be all by yourself, which can be really nice.
The climbs are easy/happy/fun. Not worth the hike unless you are looking to get away from it all and sharpen your leading skills on easy climbs. Jan 20, 2009
McCall, ID
Bend, OR