PRINT: Rock Climb The 39 Slaps, Joshua Tree National Park

The 39 Slaps

5.11c R, Trad,

Avg: 1 from 1 vote
FA: Darrel Hensel and Jonny Woodward, 1987
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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 route is just right of 29 Palms

Protection

Three bolts supplement gear placements

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The arete containing 39 slaps

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melonhead

Some fairly unique climbing on this one, reminiscent of English gritstone aretes, but with some pro. Like most of the gritstone versions there is a section where you would go splat if you fell. Jan 16, 2016