Mountain Project Logo

Sepulcher Explorers

5.4, Trad, 60 ft (18 m),  Avg: 0 from 1 vote
FA: Todd & Donette Swain
California > Joshua Tree NP > Central Joshua… > Sheep Pass Area > Planet X Area > Crypt
Warning Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures DetailsDrop down

Description

At the northern side of the west face of The Crypt is a left leaning ramp/corner. Climb the ramp/corner to the top (V1; 25 feet) then go 15 feet up a low angled slab to a wide crack. Climb the wide crack to the top (V2).

V1: Start about eight feet down and left of the ramp/corner. Climb a short crack system to the top of the ramp/corner (5.7)

V2: Climb the sculptured and unprotected face to the right of the wide crack (5.3 X).

Location

At the northern side of the west face of The Crypt is a left leaning ramp/corner. This corner is behind some boulders that are at the base of the face.

Protection

Tiny cams or smallish wires protect the initial corner, a medium or huge cam somewhat protects the upper crack. Rappel with one rope.