Climbing Near Freeburg, Illinois

An Omage to Colorado’s Rifle. An old Thurmond area that has some seriously steep terrain. A few bolt lines are all that’s left visible. Evidence shows there used to be 12 routes established at one time.This area has potential but is extremely off limits. Maybe purchase the property if you're interested.  Bluff Road South of Columbia Illinois. Look for the waterfall pouring out of the side of the bluff

A few routes exist right of the waterfall. Only one has hardware left on it. Walk right of the waterfall

Note: this is private property and no climbing access. A handful of bolted routes exist left of the waterfall. The hardware is aging. Walk left of the waterfall