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Beginner Slab Rock Climbing

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Routes in Beginner Slab

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	Crack, The T,TR 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Simply Frayed T,TR 5.4 4a 12 IV 10 VD 3c
	Slabtastic TR 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b

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Elevation:	3,263 ft	995 m
GPS:	37.90612, -78.93727 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Private property, so keep a low profile. Details

This area is owned by the resort, so definitely keep a low profile, minimize impact, and clean up after yourself. Occasionally the Beginner Slab will be occupied by a guide from Wintergreen, show some respect and stay out of their way.

Description

Great for taking first timers out! There are three distinct routes here that share an anchor with rap rings. The anchors can be accessed from the Plunge overlook above. Looks like someone replaced anchors with bomber 1/2 studs and hangers for a nice top rope or rappel station.

Getting There

Hike ~10 minutes down the Blackrock Trail (yellow blaze,) from the parking lot until it intersects with the Brimstone Trail (red blaze.) Turn right at the junction, hiking downhill, and in a few minutes you will see the large slab off to your right. You can bushwack/scramble to a good ledge at the base.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Beginner Slab

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

5.4 4a 12 IV 10 VD 3c 23 ● Simply Frayed Trad, TR
5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a 25 ● The Crack Trad, TR
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b 30 ● Slabtastic TR