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Dolphin
5.7 YDS 5a French 15 Ewbanks V+ UIAA 13 ZA MVS 4b British
| Type: | Trad, 70 ft (21 m) |
| GPS: | 34.0047, -116.05874 |
| FA: | John Long - March 1974 |
| Page Views: | 20,053 total · 68/month |
| Shared By: | Mike Morley on Dec 31, 2001 |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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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/…
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
Don't be fooled! While only 5.7, Dolphin is a "classic" grovel/grunt (if you're into that sort of thing). As one ascends, the crack widens. Towards the top, scoot your #5 Camalot up in between mandatory cursing.
To descend, either rap Bird of Fire or walk/downclimb via 4th class ramp to the south (climber's left).



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