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The Chair Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Chair

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	Ladder Back T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b PG13
	Ordinary Route T 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c R
	Take a Seat T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b

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Elevation:	4,300 ft	1,311 m
GPS:	34.0261, -116.1504 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	C Miller on Jan 27, 2010
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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

Aptly named, from the right angle The Chair looks just like one, and sitting atop the southern end of the massive Little Hunk formation is this seldom climbed block with a handful of routes on mostly good patina and a commanding view of the surrounding area.

Getting There

The best approach is by heading directly to SW Face Right (Monkey Business Wall) and then moving around to the east face and heading up a break in the wall right of the route Groove Avoidance System.