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The Prow Rock Climbing

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Routes in The Prow

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	Death Sheet S 5.12+ 7c 28 IX 27 E6 6b
	DRP S 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Essential Journey T 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b
	Lou's Rt S 5.12 7b+ 27 VIII+ 26 E6 6b
	Stuby S 5.11d 7a 24 VIII 25 E5 6a

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Elevation:	1,933 ft	589 m
GPS:	37.98119, -81.12512 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Pat Goodman on Mar 14, 2025
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Description

A striking formation of white, yellow, and black Nuttall sandstone, The Prow rises from the hillside like a breaching whale, making it the most impressive wall at Needleseye. This hulking mass offers a mix of routes, including short but quality 40-foot climbs that remain dry in light rain and a few standout 70-foot lines. One of the latter ascends the underbelly of the formation’s namesake prow, providing a thrilling challenge. With its southeast to north-facing aspects, The Prow delivers varied conditions throughout the day.