Rick and Morty Boulder Climbing
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Elevation: | 7,125 ft | 2,172 m |
GPS: |
39.30758, -111.13028 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Page Views: | 9,494 total · 118/month | |
Shared By: | Ben Sachs on May 8, 2018 | |
Admins: | Aeon Aki, Perin Blanchard, GRK, David Crane |
Access Issue: Don't climb on wet rock!
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Attention:
Don't climb on wet rock! Sandstone is a porous rock type that can absorb a lot of water. It can lose up to 75% of its strength while wet, making it easy to snap off holds and irreparably damage classic climbs. Wait 48 to 72hrs after precipitation. If the ground is still damp then the rock is still wet. A great way to check for precipitation history before traveling to Joe's is to go to this site-
climate.usu.edu/mchd/dashbo…
and under "Data Charts" click the "Precipitation" tab. Make sure the surface wetness is 0 before climbing.
Don't climb on wet rock! Sandstone is a porous rock type that can absorb a lot of water. It can lose up to 75% of its strength while wet, making it easy to snap off holds and irreparably damage classic climbs. Wait 48 to 72hrs after precipitation. If the ground is still damp then the rock is still wet. A great way to check for precipitation history before traveling to Joe's is to go to this site-
climate.usu.edu/mchd/dashbo…
and under "Data Charts" click the "Precipitation" tab. Make sure the surface wetness is 0 before climbing.
Description
One of the best boulders of the area. Overhung with classics at multiple grades and good landings.
Getting There
Walk 1-2 minutes past the Western Washing machine, skirting the wash via a trail above the backside of that boulder. Quickly pop back into the wash and follow it for 200 feet until you come to a fork in the trail. If you get to an interesting water-sculpted boulder in the wash (the Clean Sweep Boulder) next to a slab that you are forced to walk up, you’ve gone slightly too far. There will be cairns leading up the hill on the left as you come from the main area. This fork has a large pine tree overhanging the wash. Walk about 5 minutes up the hill to the left and the boulder will come into view.
Classic Climbing Routes at Rick and Morty Boulder
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