Watchtower Cove Rock Climbing
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40.61332, -111.77928 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | GRK on Dec 19, 2009 |
Admins: | Perin Blanchard, GRK, D Crane |
Description
The Cove is highest, most eastern region of The Watchtower. It contains four quiet and secluded routes ranging from .10+ to .11- Developed in 1999 by Greg Martinez and crew, The Watchtower's Cove became an elusive escape and surprise find by lost hikers and curious climbers.
A peaceful spot, this fully bolted section of The Watchtower provides a remote climbing experience on a short, yet featured face.
A peaceful spot, this fully bolted section of The Watchtower provides a remote climbing experience on a short, yet featured face.
Getting There
This area can be reached by locating the western most face of The Cathedral and following the meandering climber's trail uphill and south.
Classic Climbing Routes at Watchtower Cove
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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