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Dusting from Heaven

5.11-, Sport, 140 ft (42 m),  Avg: 3 from 4 votes
FA: Andy Fitz, Dave Sterpin (2004)
Washington > South-Central &… > Tieton River > S Fork Cliff > Astral Wall

Description

This route graces the cover of the 2004 Ford/Yoder guide. A somewhat powerful, gently overhaning start gives way to cruxes interspersed with good rests, with the most difficult crux (for me) coming just before a ledge near the top. An optional second pitch (can be combined with first pitch) is much less climbed, but offers a fun 5.9 stemming corner.

Location

Third route from left

Protection

Bolts; two anchors.