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North Pole Rock Climbing

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Routes in North Pole

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	Candy Cane Lane T 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
	Gingerbread House TR 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
	North Pole Crack T 5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c
	Overweight Sleigh T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Roasted Chestnuts T 5.4 4a 12 IV 10 VD 3c
	Santa is in the Chimney T 5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c

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Elevation:	4,272 ft	1,302 m
GPS:	34.06351, -116.22493 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details 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. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.

The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned

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

Description

This area is located roughly 250 yards left and up (SE) from City of the Dead. The cliffs generally face north and get some sun in the morning, depending on the season.

Getting There

Park as for Pet Cemetery and City of the Dead along the edge of the main road at the west end of the Negropolis. Walk generally north around the west (left) end of the rocky hillside, then turn right and go past the base of the City of the Dead. Walk up a small hill and the larger, rocky hillside will be visible. This section of cliff is about 100 yards up the hillside and 150 yards east of City of the Dead. Approach takes about 10-15 minutes of mostly flat walking with about 100 yards of easy going between boulders up the hillside.