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Overhanging Tower

Wyoming > Wind River Range > Cirque of the Towers

Description

Overhanging Tower is one of the most striking and intimidating summits in the Cirque. It is also likely the easiest peak to climb. A nice afternoon romp.

Getting There

Scramble (snow in early season, talus late)to the Wolf's Head-Overhanging Tower Col. Assend the Col. (3rd class) to the saddle.

Routes from Left to Right

5.2 3 8 II 8 D 2c
 22
North East Ridge
Trad, Alpine
Easy 5th 1+ 3 I 5 M 1c Easy Snow
 23
Northwest Ridge/West Face
Trad, Snow, Alpine
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
North East Ridge
 22
5.2 3 8 II 8 D 2c Trad, Alpine
Northwest Ridge/West Face
 23
Easy 5th 1+ 3 I 5 M 1c Easy Snow Trad, Snow, Alpine

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Overhanging Tower from Cirque Lake
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