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Second Thoughts
5.10a,
Trad, 160 ft (48 m), 2 pitches,
Avg: 0.5 from 2
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FA: Herb Laeger and Dick Saume, December 1977
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Central Joshua…
> Echo Rock Area
> Echo Rock
> Echo Rock - E Face
> Echo Rock - E Face (L…
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 primarily a face climb, although you wouldn't guess this from the ground. Start up the south buttress of Echo Rock. Instead of going up the prow as for T.S. Special, move right and around the corner, following a low angle dihedral. The dihedral soon becomes an ominous looking bombay chimney. At this point, move right and belay. Then climb up past three bolts (crux) and then continue up a corner to the top.
Protection
three bolts plus a standard rack
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