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Andromeda Strain
5.7,
Trad, 90 ft (27 m),
Avg: 1.6 from 49
votes
FA: Dave Davis, Don O'Kelley and B. Andre, November 1971
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Quail Springs Area
> AFPA Rock
> S Face
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 climbs a series of fairly obvious cracks up the left-center of the south face of AFPA Rock.
Andromeda Strain was a bestseller written by Michael Crichton and later made into a movie.
Location
Protection
Gear to 2.5 inches including the belay
CA
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Newport Beach