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(14) Black Velvet Canyon Boulders
Nevada
> Southern Nevada
> Red Rock Boulders
Access Issue: Red Rock RAIN AND WET ROCK: The sandstone is fragile and is very easily damaged when wet.
Details
Holds rip off and climbs have been and will continue to be permanently damaged due to climbers not respecting this phenomenon. After a heavy storm, the rock will remain wet, sometimes for several days. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB IN RED ROCKS during or after rain. A good rule of thumb is that if the ground near your climb is at all damp (and not powdery dry sand), then do not climb. There are many alternatives (limestone, granite, basalt, and plastic) nearby.
HUMAN WASTE Human waste is one of the major issues plaguing Red Rocks. The Las Vegas Climbers Liaison Council and the AAC provides free "wag bags" in several locations (Black Velvet, First Pullout, Kraft Mtn/Bouldering, The Gallery, and The Black Corridor). These bags are designed so that you can pack your waste out - consider bringing one to be part of your kit (just like your rope and shoes and lunch) no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly (do not throw them in the toilets at the parking area).
Description
There is some fantastic bouldering to be found in Black Velvet, and it is well worth the drive and hike out. There are lots of good moderates in addition to a couple of mega-classics like Wet Dream (V12).
Getting There
Park at the Black Velvet parking lot and walk up the trail towards the canyon. The trail will pass the Twin Towers boulders as well as a few others on the way into the canyon.
[Hide Photo] One of the best highballs anywhere. V2 crux at the bottom followed by 20ft of V0 cruising
[Hide Photo] Getting ready for the topout
[Hide Photo] Freedom fighter, photo taken by Ben Herrington at climbnskate.blog