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Thimble of the High Sierra

V3, Boulder, 20 ft (6 m),  Avg: 3.4 from 11 votes
FA: unknown
California > Sierra Eastside > Mammoth Lakes Area > Sherwin Plateau > Dreamers > Thimble Boulders

Description

Start low and climb directly up the face. A tricky sequence gets you standing on the sloping ledge.

From here make a long reach to pockets and continue, either directly, or moving to the left arete.

Location

Middle of the NE Face

Protection

Pads

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Midway up the Thimble, passing through the crux sequence.
[Hide Photo] Midway up the Thimble, passing through the crux sequence.
The Thimble of the High Sierra Topo
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Myself just about to top out on The Thimble Of The High Sierra, circa 2002.
[Hide Photo] Myself just about to top out on The Thimble Of The High Sierra, circa 2002.
High up on Thimble of the High Sierra, V3
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