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Turtle Rock - South Face Rock Climbing

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Routes in Turtle Rock - South Face

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	Desert Shield S 5.13b 8a 29 IX+ 30 E7 6c
	Integrity S 5.14a 8b+ 32 X+ 32 E8 7a
	Jesus Lives S 5.12c 7b+ 27 IX- 27 E6 6b
	Kippy Korner T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a R
	Lieback and Lingerie T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b R
	Satanic Mechanic S 5.12b 7b 26 VIII+ 26 E5 6b
	Sexy Sadye T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b

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Elevation:	4,170 ft	1,271 m
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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

This part of Turtle Rock encompasses the south end of the formation and includes the sheltered and steep corridor of Turtle Rock. In this corridor, some prized but hard Joshua Tree sport climbs can be found, ranging from 5.9 to 5.14.

Getting There

To reach the Southern Formation, walk around the far right side of the rock past the Pillars of Pain, then turn left. For further access to the corridor veer slightly left through boulders to reach the base of the South face.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Turtle Rock - South Face

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b 4 ● Sexy Sadye Trad
5.12b 7b 26 VIII+ 26 E5 6b 67 ● Satanic Mechanic Sport
5.13b 8a 29 IX+ 30 E7 6c 13 ● Desert Shield Sport