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The Smoke Shop Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Smoke Shop

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	Cigarettes Are Good For You S 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Hookah S 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Nic Arete and Insulin S 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	unknown rte S 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c

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Elevation:	2,337 ft	712 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

The Smoke Shop
This area is located about 1 mile west of the town of 29 Palms and is the next canyon west of the PETA Crags area. There are three climbs at the Smoke Shop; All three are sport climbs. To get to the Smoke Shop, drive east from Joshua Tree about 12 miles until you see the John's Place on the left (north). Turn right onto Hatch Rd. and continue another 1/2 mile until you come to El Sol. Turn right (south) on El Sol and take it to it's end. Park here and hike into the obvious canyon to the south. At the mouth of the canyon you will find Cigarettes Are Good For You and Hookah. Allow about 20 minutes for the approach.