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The Gash

5.8, Trad, 65 ft (20 m),  Avg: 2 from 1 vote
FA: 2014
New York > Adirondacks > G: Indian Lake… > Crane Mountain > Upper S Corner Cliffs

Description

Begin between two blocks at the base of the slab below the gaping crack system. Work up and right to the bottom-most crack, then climb up and left along it to reach the gaping crack system. Follow it as it swings around the face and leads up to the fixed tree anchor.

Location

The right end of this wall turns and runs up along a steep slope. This route begins part way up this slope, below a series of gaping cracks curling up the cliffside.

Protection

Standard Adk Rack, doubles of 2 to 4" cams.