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The Wishing Boulder Climbing

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Routes in The Wishing Boulder

	Mordor V10 7C+
	Mordor Stand V9 7C
	Warm Machine V5 6C

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Elevation:	-11,456 ft	-3,492 m
GPS:	39.3003, -76.6296 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
Page Views:	4,951 total · 64/month
Shared By:	Alek Fredriksson on Dec 12, 2019
Admins:	Frances Fierst, C S Page Updates (admin only)

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Access Issue: (1/1/22) Rocky Gorge Reservoir is currently closed to climbing. Details

These climbs are located on private property owned and maintained by WSSC Water. Per the watershed recreation regulations climbing is prohibited. Recreational activities permitted in designated areas include: shore fishing, boat fishing from approved craft, boating from rowboats, canoes, kayaks, and sailboats, picnicking, horseback trail riding and hunting. See wsscwater.com/watershed for more details.

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Description

Arguably the best roof Rocky Gorge has to offer. The landing for the climber is good, but if you're spotting, watch your step! The landing area drops off quickly a few feet out past the boulder. The mossy lip on the left side of the boulder should not be used for any of the climbs.