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Panic Pillar Rock Climbing

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Elevation:	10,565 ft	3,220 m
GPS:	37.84761, -119.40551 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Description

Panic Pillar is the closest pillar to the summit of Cathedral.

It is an excellent adventure after a Cathedral summit or on your way to Eichorn. It is a pretty serious lead, and the fall potential near the top should not be underestimated.

Getting There

There is (1) old quarter inch bolt on top with a newer looking quick link through it. You can bring up a second from the top. To descend, run the rope through the quick link , and then run the rope around a solid horn on top. You can safely rap from the bolt and horn.