Junkyard Area Rock Climbing
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Elevation: | 1,443 ft | 440 m |
GPS: |
38.08477, -81.08144 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | Chris Whisenhunt on Nov 25, 2013 | |
Admins: | Pat Goodman, Chris Whisenhunt, Amanda Smith, Pnelson |
All of the crags within the New River Gorge proper are on national parklands, and drone use is prohibited here. There has been some discussion about places to launch drones that are not on park property, and then flying them over the gorge. This is super poor form; don't do it. Park regulations prohibit all drone use over the boundaries without a permit.
Description
All day sun on most routes and a minimal approach, several easy routes, and numerous anchors make this a busy area. Be prepared to fight with guides and organized groups trying to top rope all the classics on weekends.
The main part of the junkyard wall has several great routes, but the cliff top has been killed by easy access to anchor bolts. The upside is that almost every other wall at the New has been saved from a lot of traffic.
The zealous area is right past the bouldering cave and is not to be missed for the namesake route.
The dog and cat walls are a 15 minute hike away and will be considerably less crowded.
The main part of the junkyard wall has several great routes, but the cliff top has been killed by easy access to anchor bolts. The upside is that almost every other wall at the New has been saved from a lot of traffic.
The zealous area is right past the bouldering cave and is not to be missed for the namesake route.
The dog and cat walls are a 15 minute hike away and will be considerably less crowded.
Classic Climbing Routes at Junkyard Area
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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