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The S Cracker
5.11a/b YDS 6c French 23 Ewbanks VIII- UIAA 23 ZA E3 5c British PG13
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Routes in The Tombstone
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Andre the Giant T 5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b PG13 |
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Beating Around the Bush T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b PG13 |
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Cinnamon Girl T 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c |
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Heaven Can Wait T 5.10c/d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b |
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S Cracker, The T 5.11a/b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c PG13 |
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Tombstone, The T 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a PG13 |
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| Type: | Trad, 80 ft (24 m) |
| GPS: | 34.06295, -116.15257 |
| FA: | Tim Sorenson, Dan Michael and Alan Bartlett, March 1981 |
| Page Views: | 2,483 total · 8/month |
| Shared By: | AJ on Dec 31, 2001 |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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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/…
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
The obvious S shaped crack on the east side of the Tombstone. If you follow the standard approach along the west side of the Grey Giant, this route will be just out of view on the left flank of the Tombstone.
Climb up easy rock to a bolt, then move right into the crack. Set some thin gear for a sequency, traversing crux (PG). Soon the crack angles straight up and eases a bit, but a second crux comes near the top: thin laybacking with tricky gear (PG) on perfect rock.
A compelling line, with strenuous climbing and technical gear. An excellent climb, and a hard lead for the grade. Same rickety old anchor as noted in the other route descriptions.
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