PRINT: Rock Climb The Drawbridge, Joshua Tree National Park

The Drawbridge

5.9, TR, 40 ft (12 m),

Avg: 1.3 from 7 votes
FA: Bob Gaines & Patty Kline, Feb. 2012
California > Joshua Tree NP > Indian Cove > Indian Cove Cam… > Indian Cove CG… > Feudal Wall > Feudal Wall (Left 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

Short, fun toprope on the face just left of The Block.

Protection

Easily toproped from the bolt anchor.

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A. The Drawbridge 5.8+ (TR)<br>
B. The Block 5.10a

A. The Drawbridge 5.8+ (TR) B. The Block 5.10a

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Bob Gaines
Joshua Tree, CA

5.8+

Ooops.... thanks Todd. I'll go with The Drawbridge, 5.8+. It would be a fun lead with two bolts...(hint) Apr 5, 2012

Todd Gordon
Joshua Tree, CA

Yes sir, it would, sir...... Apr 5, 2012