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Iron Maiden

Name: Iron Maiden
Rating: 4.0

5.11- YDS 6c French 22 Ewbanks VIII- UIAA 22 ZA E3 5c British

Routes in M. Upper Slabs

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	Iron Maiden S 5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c
	Isn’t she Lovely? T 5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c PG13
	Late to The Show S 5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c

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Type:	Sport, 110 ft (33 m)
GPS:	37.69804, -89.49955
FA:	Alec Tilley, 2020
Page Views:	115 total · 9/month
Shared By:	Kevin Sierzega on Apr 4, 2025 · Updates
Admins:	Alec Tilley, Dave Hug, Kevin Sierzega, Aaron Mc Page Updates (admin only)

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Access Issue: Private Property and Illinois Registered Land and Water Reserve Details

Most of the climbing at Fountain Bluff occurs on private property.
This climbing area is encumbered by a conservation easement, known as an Illinois registered Land and Water Reserve (LWR) as of 2024. Allowable uses are regulated and the natural resources on site are protected by law. Please refer to LWR section for more details.

Description

Technical sport route climbs to the tallest point on the Bluff with incredible exposure up top. Adventure route!

Locate the bolts just right of "Isn't She Lovely". Climb through through the crux down low on hard rock, and continue up on delicate vertical terrain. Tops out climbing on large iron jugs with an awesome view of the Mississippi. 70 M rope required, this route is totally worth doing!

Location

To the right of the obvious crack “Isn’t she Lovely” is this line of bolts up a slab. Walk the railroad bed toward "That Boulder" until you see a rusty metal post on your left just before that boulder. Cut straight up hill through large boulders and turn right once you reach the wall. Look for the discreet line of bolts. Alternatively, park at the waterfall and walk the cliff line west until you reach the wall. 70M rope and 15 draws required.