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The Hammer
5.8,
Sport, 40 ft (12 m),
Avg: 2 from 3
votes
FA: unknown
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Indian Cove
> Rattlesnake Canyon
> Rattlesnake Was…
> Alien Head Area
Access Issue: Temporary Closure in effect from April 3 to June 15, 2024
Details
Temporary Closure for Nesting Raptors
Date Posted: 4/4/2024
Due to the presence of nesting raptors, the following rock climbing areas are temporarily closed: Slatanic Area, Rattlesnake Buttress, Margaret Thatcher Spire, The Stepping Stones, The Bulkhead, The Dunce Cap, and Commissioner’s Buttress.
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
This route is on the right side of a large boulder directly east and up the hill out of Rattlesnake Canyon. It faces south, so from the parking lot, a climber could be seen in profile on this climb. It is just right of an unknown climb (or project?) which has 3 bolts on an overhanging face. This climb is also on the boulder above the face climb Starrbonne (5.8)
Location
From Rattlesnake parking, hike east, across Rattlesnake wash, and up the steep hill to the largest climbable formations. These climbs are the ones easily seen from the parking area.
Protection
Quick draws only.
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