The West Rim Bouldering
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Elevation: | 8,500 ft | 2,591 m |
GPS: |
33.818, -116.64916 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | Euan Cameron on Jun 15, 2011 | |
Admins: | Colin Parker, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
Access Issue: Remember to fill out a wilderness permit, even if climbing for the day!
Details
Permits can be acquired at the ranger station on the way to the boulders from the upper Tramway station.
Description
The West Rim area is locate up the valley from Boardwalk Area . Problems are located on on boulders in the canyon and off to the sides. Many of the best problems take a little bit of hunting out, but persevere because they are real gems.
The standout boulder of the area is Emerald City.
The standout boulder of the area is Emerald City.
Getting There
Walk up the canyon from Boardwalk Area . As you approach the top of the canyon you can head left to the Emerald City or straight on to reach the Bearded Tongue boulder.
Classic Climbing Routes at The West Rim
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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