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The Shade Structure Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Shade Structure

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	Dark Tannin T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Glow in the Dark T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Maid in the Shade T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	My Best Work is Done in the Dark T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Shady Character T 5.3 3+ 10 III 9 VD 3a
	To Shade TR 5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c

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Elevation:	4,400 ft	1,341 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

This shady area is located on the back of the Deep Throat formation and directly across the canyon from The Solarium.

Getting There

Park at the Echo Rock parking area and follow the well-defined trail past Swept Away. About 100 yards past Swept Away, take a smaller trail to the center-right, headed for a canyon. This smaller trail is the second trail you will encounter - the first goes to Eff Eight, an obvious crack on a boulder. Walk about 200 yards on the smaller trail to reach the mouth of the canyon. As you enter the canyon, this area is on the right (shady) side of the canyon, directly across from the Solarium.

The approach from the Echo Rock parking area takes about 10 minutes and is flat (no scrambling required).