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Minestrone

V1, Boulder, 15 ft (5 m),  Avg: 2.5 from 2 votes
FA: Bobby Hebel
Wisconsin > Niagara Escarpm… > Horicon > Ledge Park > Main Area

Description

Pronounced "min-eh-strone-ee," this route starts on a decent pair of ledges, swoops left, and climbs straight up the face while staying off the right arete. Fairly sustained throughout on smaller holds, better quality rock than the surrounding area. Leave the bird's nest where it be.

Location

Park at the first lot and walk down the upper trail until the vehicle gate is on your right. At this point, head left towards the ledges and you should see a wooden post sunk down into a slight valley. Go down the rocky staircase with the wooden railing until you come out into an open area - you'll be looking right at it.

Protection

One pad works, but you may want two to help cover the rock at the base.

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Minestrone climbs mostly on the right side of the face.
[Hide Photo] Minestrone climbs mostly on the right side of the face.
Joel starting out.
[Hide Photo] Joel starting out.
An aerial view in winter.
[Hide Photo] An aerial view in winter.