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West Side Climbing
| Elevation: | 5,806 ft |
| GPS: | 45.416, -111.234 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
| Page Views: | 9,145 total · 1,010/month |
| Shared By: | Matt Wenger on Feb 19, 2018 |
| Admins: | grk10vq, Zach Wahrer |
Description
The is the west side of the river of what is generally referred to as “The Canyon”, which is predominantly trad climbing on quality gneiss. Far less climbing here than the east side, but the gneiss that is exposed here includes the beautiful Gallatin Tower and The Cube.
One important note about the Gallatin Gneiss is that it tends to be rated much harder than almost every other location in the US that uses the YDS. Start a few levels below your normal grades to get a feel for it. The Gallatin (mostly the East side of the river) also has a reputation for routes with "tricky" gear. Offset cams and stoppers are useful. Do not let this discourage you, just start easier than normal to get used to it! Have fun!
One important note about the Gallatin Gneiss is that it tends to be rated much harder than almost every other location in the US that uses the YDS. Start a few levels below your normal grades to get a feel for it. The Gallatin (mostly the East side of the river) also has a reputation for routes with "tricky" gear. Offset cams and stoppers are useful. Do not let this discourage you, just start easier than normal to get used to it! Have fun!
Classic Climbing Routes at West Side
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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