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Princess Arch Rock Climbing

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Routes in Princess Arch

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	3D T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Adrenaline T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Beginner's Nightmare T 5.1 2 6 II 7 MD 2a
	Face Farce T,TR 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c R
	Finger Filet T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Golden Fleece T 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
	Ripp-Off T,TR 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	What a Maroon T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Elevation:	961 ft	293 m
GPS:	37.82828, -83.62109 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: New route development is prohibited in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Details

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Follow existing trails and climb using removable protection or in climbing areas with existing approved fixed anchors or bolts. Development of any new rock climbing, bouldering or rappelling areas and development of any climbing routes involving the permanent installation of new fixed anchors or new trail construction requires prior Forest Service authorization.

Description

Well-travelled by hikers for its small arch, panoramic views, and easy approach, the Princess Arch buttress is also home to a few traditional climbs put up back in the 70's and 80's.

Getting There

Drive all the way to the end of Chimney Top road and park in the terminal loop. The trail is located towards the beginning right side of the parking area. Hike a half mile, just past the arch, to the end of the buttress. It is easiest to rappel off a tree on the right side to get to the base of the wall instead of hiking all the way around.