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School Rock Rock Climbing

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Routes in School Rock

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	00-06 S 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Armed Teacher S 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b

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Elevation:	7,650 ft	2,332 m
GPS:	38.98928, -119.90767 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Refuge Jared on Sep 8, 2016
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Access Issue: Partial seasonal raptor closure Details

This area is known for seasonal falcon nesting.

While signs are posted in the area, do not hike or climb routes that near the top of the crag. This includes any multipitch route, most of Armory Wall, and may include Village Wall, The Torture Chamber, and North Castle.

If you see a raptor diving or hear loud bird calls, you may be too close to the nest; please go somewhere else to climb. Disruption of falcons may keep them from nesting and could result in seasonal closure of the climbing area.

Description

School Rock has low angle routes with abundant juggy holds. It is unintimidating with minimal exposure, well protected, and often nicely shaded by surrounding trees. Perhaps a restful area for dogs and picnicking. This is a great spot for first ever climbs, first leads, mentoring a new climber, or bringing the kiddos.

Getting There

Look for cairns Left of the trail immediately after the Castle Gates (less than 20 feet). This trail will take you down to the main approach trail at the base of Castle Rock; follow the cairns down through the East Gully. At the base you will meet the main climbing area trail. School Rock is the low angle rock immediately visible to your Left.