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Saddle Rocks - Cantle Rock Climbing

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Routes in (c) Saddle Rocks - Cantle

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	Crystal Calisthenics T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Darva T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c PG13
	Good Book, The T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Hey McLeod, Get Off of My Ewe T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a A3-
	Riding the Cotton Pony T 5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c

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Elevation:	4,802 ft	1,464 m
GPS:	33.99343, -116.13893 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	C Miller on Jan 20, 2010
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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

Highest of the three summits which comprise the Saddle Rocks, Cantle sees the least amount of traffic but those who make the uphill approach will be rewarded with one of the best views in the area.

The rock quality here varies a bit and is not on par with the lower formations, something to bear in mind before making the hike up the hillside.

Climbs of note here include The Good Book (5.9) a prominent dihedral and Crystal Calisthenics (5.10a) a mixed face and crack route.