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Mekaneck

5.8, Trad, 15 ft (5 m),  Avg: 2 from 1 vote
FA: unknown
Oregon > Central Oregon > Badlands > Castle

Description

Start under a big roof. Move up and left, escaping out from under the roof by pulling straight up & over it's left side. Watch for loose rocks above the middle of the large roof.

Location

This climb is in a 30-foot long passage leading North into the middle of Castle from the middle of the South Passage. You can spot the big roof from walking along the South Passage.

Protection

No bolts or anchor, bring a pad.

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Looking in from the main South Passage at a few good climbs under a big roof. In the foreground – on the corner of this little side passage – is a short, super-pocketed wall offering fun, easy climbing.
[Hide Photo] Looking in from the main South Passage at a few good climbs under a big roof. In the foreground – on the corner of this little side passage – is a short, super-pocketed wall offering fun, easy clim…
Looking at Mekaneck and Skelator while looking south back towards the main South Passage.
[Hide Photo] Looking at Mekaneck and Skelator while looking south back towards the main South Passage.