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Stubble Face Rock Climbing

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Elevation:	3,399 ft	1,036 m
GPS:	34.09169, -116.13778 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	C Miller on Aug 12, 2010 · Updates
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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

Located about two-thirds of the way up the hillside and left of center at Leisure World is this sizeable formation with a distinctive diagonal wide crack on it's left side.

Getting There

See the Leisure World main page for general approach information.

Approach as for the Schlitz Pillars, skirt them on the left and ascend a rocky notch and then move left along a ramp which will lead you directly to the formation.