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SW Face Center (The Solarium) Rock Climbing
Routes in SW Face Center (The Solarium)
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Alibi S 5.11a/b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c |
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Angel's Wing T,TR 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a |
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Broken Hearted S 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b |
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Exhibit A T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a R |
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Feeling Groovy T 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b |
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Fresh Step TR 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a |
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Knockout T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a |
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Out of Order S 5.10c/d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b |
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Remembering Marina S 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a |
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Solar Panel T 5.2 3 8 II 8 D 2c |
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Tim's Valentine S 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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Turkey Breast TR 5.3 3+ 10 III 9 VD 3a |
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Uppercut T 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b |
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Witness Stand S 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c |
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| Elevation: | 4,200 ft | 1,280 m |
| GPS: |
34.0265, -116.152 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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| Page Views: | 26,226 total · 131/month | |
| Shared By: | C Miller on Jan 27, 2010 | |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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/…
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
This area covers the portion of Little Hunk's southwest face from right of the Abstract Roller Disco Block to just past Feeling Groovy and hosts a number of fun bolted routes and cracks in the 5.6 to 5.11 range.
Getting There
Park in the large gravel lot near Echo Tee and head east following a a marked trail past the southern end of Echo Rock to the Mounds formation and then head left (around the northern side) to reach the base. Scramble up through large blocks to the base which is a long ledge system above a slabby area.
Classic Climbing Routes at SW Face Center (The Solarium)
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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