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The Face of Tammy Faye
5.8,
Trad, 40 ft (12 m),
Avg: 1.7 from 60
votes
FA: Jeff Rhoads and Tim, 11/89
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Hidden Valley Area
> Real Hidden Valley
> Thin Wall
Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures
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.
For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit:
nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Description
This route is shown clearly in the attached Photo. To reach it, approach the thin Wall's E. Side and orient according to the photo. This climb is on the far right end of the wall, the second major crack system from the right- climbing upward to reach the right hand shoulder of a dome atop of this wall. Climb the crack system using mostly face holds upward toward the top, hooking right at the end. The climbing is reasonably solid and secure. The route is traditionally rated (Vogel guide) as 5.8, but it seems that everything at Thin Wall is over-graded and this felt fairer at 5.7.
Protection
I did not lead this route, but it appeared to be doable with a light standard rack. It is also a good solo *8_).
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