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Dissolution Corridor Rock Climbing

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Routes in Dissolution Corridor

L › R R › L A › Z

	Finger Crack T,TR 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Unknown - Left of Dike T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Unknown 5.6 T 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
	Unknown 5.7 T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Unknown 7 Direct TR 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Unknown face T,TR 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a

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Elevation:	4,349 ft	1,326 m
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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

A Northwest facing wall with a couple easier gear routes. Good for beginner leaders or for those looking to tick a lot of routes in a day. Descend by easy 5th scrambling off climbers left.

NOTE: This is the crag called Keystone Block in 50 classic climbs. That is about 75 yards further south.

Getting There

From Dissolution Rock walk the trail (Southwest) to an obvious opening in the rocks. Head up (North) and shortly thereafter turn right into a corridor with a tree.