PRINT: Rock Climb Out of Step, Joshua Tree National Park

Out of Step

5.7 R, Trad, 40 ft (12 m),

Avg: 1.6 from 13 votes
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California > Joshua Tree NP > Indian Cove > Indian Cove Cam… > Indian Cove CG… > Short Wall > Short Wall - Right Side

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

At the far right end of the Short Wall, practically around the right hand end, climb up a 'flake' to a slab crux, moving up and left to join the 5.3 finish of Donna T's Route. The crux is getting into the traverse.

Protection

I soloed it, but if memory serves, it appeared that you could protect just before the traverse- in which case take some nuts or small cams?A crash-pad or spot would protect the lower moves.

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"Out Of Step". Photo by Blitzo.

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Blitzo

5.7? Sep 8, 2006