PRINT: Climb Fear the Smear, Joshua Tree National Park

Fear the Smear

V2, Boulder, 15 ft (5 m),

Avg: 2 from 2 votes
FA: Chris Miller
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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

A balancy move gets you onto the rock and then it's delicate smearing up the steep slab with little in the way of good holds until just below the top.

Descend via one of the easy patina problems on the west face.

Location

Located on the south face of the Value Boulder, a short ways left of Smear Tactics and just right of a bush.

Protection

pad

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Fear the Smear - V2 on the "backside" of the value boulder (the side facing the parking area)