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Outermost Limits

5.8, Trad, Sport, 60 ft (18 m),  Avg: 2.8 from 22 votes
FA: unknown
Montana > Northwest Region > Kootenai Canyon > Outermost Limits
Warning Access Issue: Only public access on USFS land. No deeded easement for public access via Kootenai Creek trailhead. DetailsDrop down

Description

A great warm up and good climb for beginners. Good pro and a very clean face. Starts up horizontal cracks to a thin face above.

Location

This is the first climb you will come to as you cross the creek to the wall. Starts just right of the big overhang, on a large block.

Protection

Singles of small to medium cams, quickdraws, chain anchors.

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Harrison Grey going for a passive stroll up Outermost Limits.   Fall 2016
[Hide Photo] Harrison Grey going for a passive stroll up Outermost Limits. Fall 2016
At the anchors of outermost limits
[Hide Photo] At the anchors of outermost limits
At the first of 2 bolts on the route
[Hide Photo] At the first of 2 bolts on the route

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Tristan Burnham
La Crescenta, CA
 
[Hide Comment] This route is real fun. It'd be a good first trad lead becuase once you are halfway up you get the safety of the bolts and don't have to worry about your gear. Also you don't need any crack climbing skills for this route. Sep 19, 2011
[Hide Comment] wires work just fine;climbed b 4 cams.... Oct 23, 2022