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H3 Rock Climbing

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Routes in H3

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	Face, Ramp & Crack TR 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Finger Crack T,TR 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a
	Wandering Albatross T,TR 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Elevation:	4,000 ft	1,219 m
GPS:	37.9221, -119.80446 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Description

This is another roadside crag with immediate access that offers fun topropes and trad leads.

Getting There

This is the second roadside crag you will come to on your way to the dam. A few minutes after passing Inspiration Point and the "H2" sign, look for the "H3" sign on your left and an elevated crag with a distinctive white and yellow face on your right. Park on the roadside.

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Classic Climbing Routes at H3

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a 9 ● Face, Ramp & Crack TR
5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a 4 ● Wandering Albatross Trad, TR
5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a 4 ● Finger Crack Trad, TR