PRINT: Rock Climb The Real McCoy, Joshua Tree National Park

The Real McCoy

5.12b/c, TR, 60 ft (18 m),

Avg: 3 from 5 votes
FA: John Long and Bob Gaines, November, 1986
California > Joshua Tree NP > Central Joshua… > Echo Rock Area > Echo Cove > Echo Cove - E Side

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

Begin 15 feet left of Halfway To Paradise below a vertical seam. A very difficult start begins by stemming off a large boulder. The crux is a dyno between the two horizontal cracks (5.12), then climb a steep face (5.10) on excellent patina to the top.

The Real McCoy

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