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Radical Evolution
5.11a,
Sport, 45 ft (14 m),
Avg: 2.6 from 35
votes
FA: J.J. Jared Hancock 2005
Kentucky
> Red River Gorge
> Muir Valley
> Sunbeam Buttress
Access Issue: Muir Valley is Privately Owned
Details
Officially known as Muir Valley Climbing Area and a Nature Preserve, Muir is owned and managed by the Friends of Muir Valley non-profit organization.
In order to keep the valley operating a $15 fee is charged per car for parking to cover upkeep.
Some important rules must be followed to ensure future access and enjoyment by all. A complete list can be found at
muirvalley.org/tabs/#pills-1 , but the most important are listed below:
- All climbers must fill out a legal release form before climbing. muirvalley.org/waiver/ ;
- The parking lot described in the directions below is the only permitted parking. Do not park on private drives.
- No dogs are allowed in Muir Valley (nor left in your car in the parking lot.)
- No hammocks are allowed to be hung/used in Muir Valley.
Description
This overhanging route right of "Universal Gravitation" begins above the boulder leaning against the cliff. Steep climbing that pulls straight up through two bulges.
Location
Second route on the right side of the upper ledge.
Protection
Madison Heights, Mi