PRINT: Rock Climb Makin' Biscuits, Joshua Tree National Park

Makin' Biscuits

5.8, Trad, 80 ft (24 m),

Avg: 2 from 1 vote
FA: Tiowa Reynolds, Potter Wonderland 2/23
California > Joshua Tree NP > Indian Cove > Rattlesnake Canyon > Iceberg Boulder… > Bakery

Access Issue: Temporary Closure in effect from April 3 to June 15, 2024 Details

Temporary Closure for Nesting Raptors
Date Posted: 4/4/2024
Due to the presence of nesting raptors, the following rock climbing areas are temporarily closed: Slatanic Area, Rattlesnake Buttress, Margaret Thatcher Spire, The Stepping Stones, The Bulkhead, The Dunce Cap, and Commissioner’s Buttress.

Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures 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.

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit:
nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

This is the obvious crack system on the big Buttress left of the main area at the bakery. It starts on low angle easy 5th class crack/face. The crack them busts right and begins getting steep. Climb the crack to the top.

Location

Left of "The Bakery" Buttress.

Protection

Standard rack