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Alpentine
5.9+,
Trad, 60 ft (18 m),
Avg: 2.2 from 6
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FA: unknown
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Indian Cove
> Indian Cove Cam…
> Indian Cove CG…
> Campfire Crag Area
> Alpentine Wall
Access Issue: Seasonal Golden Eagle Closures
Details
NOTICE OF PUBLIC CLOSURE:
CLIMBING ROUTES SLATANIC, RATTLESNAKE BUTTRESS, MARGARET THATCHER SPIRE, STEPPING STONES, BULKHEAD, DUNCE CAP, AND COMMISSIONER'S BUTTRESS ARE CLOSED DUE TO NESTING GOLDEN EAGLES
Dates of Closure: February 8th to June 15th, 2022
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
To the left of "Genuine Cowhide", climb buckets, a pillar, and the left facing corner above.
Protection
Pro to 2", one bolt
[Hide Photo] "Alpentine". Photo by Blitzo.
[Hide Photo] The one lead bolt as of Feb 2024. Bolt was spinning and I couldn't get it to tighten.
Aptos, CA