PRINT: Rock Climb Mood Swing, West Idaho

Mood Swing

5.8, Trad, 40 ft (12 m),

Avg: 2.4 from 18 votes
FA: unknown
Idaho > W Idaho > Black Cliffs > Populace Wall

Access Issue: 2026 Seasonal raptor closures, 7/22/2026 update: All walls are open without raptor restrictions. Details

Adding new bolts, new anchors, and new routes at the Black Cliffs are currently NOT ALLOWED pending a BLM environmental assessment. Significant trail work is also on hold. Please contact the Boise Climbers Alliance with questions or for additional information

Description

Climb the finger crack between White Wash and Perception vs. Reality until it ends. Veer left to finish on White Wash anchors,(5.8) or go right to finish out on Perception vs Reality(5.10a). Either way is worthwhile.

Location

In Between White Wash and Perception vs Reality.

Protection

Standard rack with emphasis on small gear. You can clip the bolt crux bolt on Perception vs Reality if you go that way.

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michalm

The anchors on this route have been fitted with durable lower off hardware courtesy of the American Safe Climbing Association (ASCA). Hardware upgrades are made possible through donations by climbers like you. Please donate today at safeclimbing.org Nov 10, 2021