Arcane Rock Climbing

A quiet and extremely scenic sector, Arcane is the most unique wall in the South Fork Zone. An overhanging scoop that looks and climbs like limestone more than volcanic rock. Adorned with colorful blue, grey and black mineral streaks and a texture that screams limestone; the climbing is steep and powerful. So steep in fact that Arcane offers some of the steepest climbing in the area. 

Cryptic, powerful sequences build into red-line endurance battles. In isolation, sequences feel attainable. Linked together, and pushing for the send, the routes shapeshift and become a different beast. Power/endurance will be your friend at the Arcane.

The wall faces east and south, respectively. Expect morning sun and afternoon shade. Winter closure inforced by USFS Dec 15 - April 15.

Several routes are equipped with fixed draws but not fully equipped at this time - rack a few quickdraws on your harness as to not come up short.

Rock, Stick Clip, Epoxy, etc. - as with any South Fork sector, the rock is highly fractured - holds break - without warning. With this in mind, the bolt spacing is very friendly. All routes require a stick clip to start, especially routes on the upper ledge where a mistake would put the climber and belayer in serious peril. Most routes have some amount of epoxy reinforcing key holds - again, not uncommon in the South Fork zone. Given the rocky nature at the base of the crag, rattlesnakes (it's literally called Rattlesnake Point on the map), and ticks (springtime) - the Arcane isn't kid or pet friendly. A helmet is always a good idea.