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Yosemite Sam

5.12a, Trad, 60 ft (18 m),  Avg: 3 from 6 votes
FA: Seth Tart
N Carolina > 3. Piedmont Region > Hanging Rock SP > Moore's Wall (R… > Last Wall

Description

This route was named in honor of close family friend and late father of fellow climber, Chris Huffine. Sam was called 'Yosemite Sam' for his powerful and scrappy demeanor, which accurately describes the Last Wall experience.

Climb the first two bolts of Main Vein and break right onto the steep face. Plug in gear the rest of the way through steep roofs to top out the cliff or traverse left to Main Vein anchors.

Location

Climbs the obvious weakness through the roofs right of Main Vein.

Protection

Mixed Route. Nuts and small to medium cams.

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Seth Tart on the arete of Yosemite Sam.   Photo:Dennis Buice
[Hide Photo] Seth Tart on the arete of Yosemite Sam. Photo:Dennis Buice