PRINT: Rock Climb Truth Assassin, Smith Rock

Truth Assassin

5.10a, Sport,

Avg: 2.8 from 17 votes
FA: Ryan Lawson, July 3, 1999
Oregon > Central Oregon > Smith Rock > (w) The Marsupials > Mud Pile

Access Issue: 2023 Seasonal Raptor Nesting Closures Details

JULY 5 UPDATE FROM PARK MANAGEMENT:

ALL SEASONAL CLIMBING CLOSURES FOR CLIMBING AND SLACKLINING WILL BE LIFTED ON FRIDAY, JULY 7TH THIS WEEK.
THANKS, EVERYONE FOR YOUR HELP IN OBSERVING RESTRICTIONS DURING THE NESTING SEASON!

There are many seasonal raptor closures with varying dates and specific boundaries. These generally effect The Monument, Kiss of the Lepers, Picnic Lunch Wall and/or Smith Rock group, and possibly elsewhere. These usually run from February to the beginning of August, but each closure is usually shorter than this, and is dependent on the birds' behavior. Check this site for details: smithrock.com/seasonal-clos…

Description

This route( like many at Smith) starts with the crux near the ground and eases up higher. Expect some questionable nubbins but overall good rock.

Location

To the right of Blacklisted. on the top edge of the ledge pointing towards the base of the Mud Pile.

Protection

11 Bolts. Anchors. Rap or continue along the summit.

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Stacy Levichev

Stay right on the bolt line! Rock is brittle to the left of the bolt line (we popped off a nice knob). Belayers should wear a helmet as they will be showered with pebbles. That said, super fun route! Feels easy for a Smith 10a. Nov 15, 2021