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WI3,
Ice, Alpine, 60 ft (18 m), Grade III,
Avg: 2 from 1
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FA: Peter Prandoni and Mike Roybal, mid-70s
New Mexico
> Santa Fe Area
> Truchas Peaks
> Rio Quemado Falls
Description
This is the line right up the center of the Rio Quemado Falls taking the path of least resistance up stair-stepped ice. It appears other separate lines on these falls exist, with some interesting looking mixed potential on the right side.
Location
This is the line right up the middle of the falls following the path of least resistance.
Protection
Screws. Anchor on trees above and either leave webbing or walk off to the north side of the falls.
[Hide Photo] A view down the falls on rappel for perspective.
[Hide Photo] On lead of a slightly steeper start of falls on the left side.
[Hide Photo] Bill Geist heading up the middle of falls in December 2005.
Los Alamos, NM
Los Alamos, NM
Santa Fe, NM
Los Alamos, NM
No, I'm quite sure it's spelled "Quemado" based on the name on the maps. And, in fact, Bob has previously stated that he and others had climbed here in the 70s so it definitely has seen many ascents prior to 2000. It's great to get some history on this area--this is exactly why I posted this stuff here. Excellent! Jan 31, 2008