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| Type: | Boulder, 25 ft (8 m) |
| GPS: | 34.03662, -116.14758 |
| FA: | Robbie Phillips, 2019 |
| Page Views: | 686 total · 10/month |
| Shared By: | Potter Wonderland on Dec 26, 2020 |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes, Salamanizer Ski |
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details
Details
The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock-colored bolt hangers are allowed. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.
The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned
For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock-colored bolt hangers are allowed. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.
The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned
For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Description
Stem up the "corner" of the yoda head boulder to reach the lip. Pull the lip.
Be careful with fall potential, there is a drop off that'll add a good 20+ feet to your fall if you miss the pads and or have a bad spot.
This route is an absolute classic, it was full of skrittle on the FA but was definitely climbable and will just get better with traffic.
- Here's a video story for the FA if you're interested in checking it out -
Location
Go to the Room to Shroom area. From Room to Shroom the "Yoda Head" Boulder is on the climbers right side of the canyon. Not far from Room to Shroom walk deeper into the boulder field. Once you're walking in you'll see it on your left side (right side if facing Room to Shroom)
The boulder should only be about 5-10 minutes away and is very noticeable.
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