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Mega Maids Wall Rock Climbing

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	Baby's First Bath T,TR 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Mysophilia T,TR 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b PG13
	New Growth Off Old Bones T,TR 5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c PG13
	Peeling Scabs T,TR 5.8+ 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c PG13

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Elevation:	4,098 ft	1,249 m
GPS:	34.0207, -116.18367 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details

The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock colored bolt hangers are allowed.

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit:
nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

A prominent formation sits in the rocky canyon/gully between Super Creeps Wall and Super Heroes Wall, just opposite the side of Super Freaks Wall. East/SE facing gets morning sun and nice afternoon shade.

The rock here is grainy and rough, though solid portions exist. Most of the rubble around the routes have been dislodged during initial climbs, however helmets are best due to the exfoliation.

Approach/descend the rocky gully to set up TR and/or walk off. A sofa-shaped formation sits up the gully, it is here you’ll step onto the sofa and across it to the main formation w/ a few 5.0 moves. A thin crack lays atop the main face and takes small gear (up to #0.75); extensions and static rope are ideal due to some graininess found atop.
It is advisable to TR any route prior to leading. A fall before a first piece on any route would be unfavorable.
The formation name reflects how we felt while climbing..

Getting There

Park at the gate down Lost Horse Road, continue to walk down the road, taking the clear foot path that goes to the prominent blunt arete.
It is behind Super Creeps (SW of), and across from the boulder problem Big Bud (N of). Actually, on the approach you’ll cut North/right once you’re inline w/ this obvious boulder.