To save paper & ink, use the [Hide] controls next to photos and comments
so you only print what you need.
Unknown
5.7,
Trad, 40 ft (12 m),
Avg: 1.8 from 4
votes
FA: unknown
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Central Joshua…
> Sheep Pass Area
> Sheep Pass Grou…
> Group Campsite 3
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 climb is located in a chasm behind the main wall. Walk around Indian Creek Crack and make your way into the corridor. The corridor is about 3 feet wide and its sort of a chimney climb. The route is like a mini firewater chimney climb with a few bolts and tops out where the other routes on the main wall are. Start the climb stemming up to the first bolt. There is a short crack to the left that we got gear into to make it to the next bolt. The 2nd bolt has a partner for some reason 2 feet parallel (we only clipped one). There is another bolt 15 feet up that you can clip from a ledge with a quick link on it. We used this as a directional and belayed from the top rock behind the corridor. Fun different route.
Protection
4 bolts, 2 used for protection, 1 for a directional, 1 is useless. Gear for the crack if you want.
Continue with onX Maps
Continue with Facebook
the couch
This is a good place to refine your chimney technique in a safe situation without the benefit of a rope. Apr 17, 2014
Brighton, CO