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Routes in Triple Cracks Sanctuary
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Beam Me Up Skippy! T,TR 5.12b 7b 26 VIII+ 26 E5 6b R |
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Becky's Crack T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a |
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Becky's Womb T 5.8+ 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c X |
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Grass Crack T 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b |
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Grass Crack Direct TR 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a |
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Middle Crack T 5.8+ 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c |
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Owl Crack T 5.8+ 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c |
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Upper Grass Crack T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b |
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| GPS: | 30.5063, -98.8213 |
| FA: | Robert Titly, Carl Wiseman |
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| Shared By: | Steve Marr on Oct 25, 2006 · Updates |
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Access Issue: Rule changes for pets and trail closures 30 minutes after sunset
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Rule Changes Concerning Pets at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area to Take Effect March 1.
Beginning March 1, new rules will take effect at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area designed to balance the need to better protect sensitive natural habitats atop the rock, including the vernal pools, and still allow visitors to continue to enjoy central Texas’ most popular destination with their pets.
Starting Tuesday, pets will only be allowed in specified camping areas, day-use areas and the Loop Trail. Pets will no longer be allowed to accompany hikers on the Summit Trail that ascends to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Most trails, including the Summit Trail, are closed 30 minutes after sunset, allowing park visitors to view the sunset and safely descend to the parking lot. The Loop Trail is the only trail open after sunset to gain access to the primitive camping areas.
For more info:
tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/…
830-685-3636
Beginning March 1, new rules will take effect at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area designed to balance the need to better protect sensitive natural habitats atop the rock, including the vernal pools, and still allow visitors to continue to enjoy central Texas’ most popular destination with their pets.
Starting Tuesday, pets will only be allowed in specified camping areas, day-use areas and the Loop Trail. Pets will no longer be allowed to accompany hikers on the Summit Trail that ascends to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Most trails, including the Summit Trail, are closed 30 minutes after sunset, allowing park visitors to view the sunset and safely descend to the parking lot. The Loop Trail is the only trail open after sunset to gain access to the primitive camping areas.
For more info:
tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/…
830-685-3636
Description
As the name implies, Middle Crack is the centerpiece of the Triple Cracks and is located between Owl and Becky's Cracks. Middle Crack is an excellent climb, and a must do for any E-Rock visitor. The start is more of a flake with good lieback moves than a crack. The crux comes early - about 10-15 feet up, the crack curves up and left, leaving a small 'bulge' on the right (protects well with a #2 Camalot). There is a second, smaller 'bulge' above the crux. Continue up the crack as it goes from fists to hands and eventually to fingers. The climbing gets easier as you get higher. Belay/rap from anchors at the top (single rope rap). Great route.
A pair of ring anchors is just below the top and can be used on Middle or Becky's.
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