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Bearclaw Spire Rock Climbing

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Routes in Bearclaw Spire

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	Clyde Finds Wellington T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Dirtbag Geologist T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Dirtbagger's Compensation T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Maw, The T 5.10+ 6b+ 21 VII+ 20 E3 5b
	Playing on Credit T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Third Crack Left of The Maw T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Wedged and Hedged T 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Wellington finds Walloon Brabant T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c PG13

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Access Issue: Red Rock RAIN AND WET ROCK: The sandstone is fragile and is very easily damaged when wet. Details

Holds rip off and climbs have been and will continue to be permanently damaged due to climbers not respecting this phenomenon. After a heavy storm, the rock will remain wet, sometimes for several days. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB IN RED ROCKS during or after rain. A good rule of thumb is that if the ground near your climb is at all damp (and not powdery dry sand), then do not climb. There are many alternatives (limestone, granite, basalt, and plastic) nearby.

HUMAN WASTE Human waste is one of the major issues plaguing Red Rocks. The Las Vegas Climbers Liaison Council and the AAC provides free "wag bags" in several locations (Black Velvet, First Pullout, Kraft Mtn/Bouldering, The Gallery, and The Black Corridor). These bags are designed so that you can pack your waste out - consider bringing one to be part of your kit (just like your rope and shoes and lunch) no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly (do not throw them in the toilets at the parking area).

Description

Bearclaw Spire, also known as White Pinnacle Peak, is a sharp point on the southeast flank of Mount Wilson. Despite having no real prominence, it sports a massive southern escarpment. The spire and its buttresses host a few established climbs in addition to a smattering of mystery anchors. The walkoff is a hoot - one of the coolest in Red Rock(s) - bring good shoes for it.

Getting There

Approach: about 1.5 hours. Park at First Creek trailhead and hike into First Creek. The spire is visible on the initial part of the walk. Approach as for Slot Club Wall by climbing out of First Creek itself up the sunny south-facing slope. Traverse left along the base of Slot Club Wall and scramble up a gully to the terrace below the obvious Maw above. Walk along the terrace a few hundred yards toward the various routes in the vicinity of Bearclaw.

Descent: Walk the narrow ridge and scramble all the way down the northeast gully. This is a trippy adventure featuring fixed rope ladders, tunnels, and other (non-technical) shenanigans. Route-finding is easy.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Bearclaw Spire

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c 4 ● Clyde Finds Wellington Trad 3 pitches
5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a 21 ● Dirtbagger's Compensation Trad 10 pitches
5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b 8 ● Dirtbag Geologist Trad 11 pitches