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Elevation: 8 ft
GPS: 34.00154, -118.80853
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Warning Access Issue: IMPORTANT!!Please stay on main trail when setting top ropes, do not use side gullies. DetailsDrop down

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OVERVIEW
Excellent top rope protected climbing for beginners and intermediates in a truly stunning setting. Everyone's first day of climbing should be at a place like this.

The site boasts 2 different faces:
WEST-FACING WALL--5 low-angle climbs up sharp edges in the 5.6-5.9 range--in truth, there are an infinite number of variations to these 5 routes. This wall is perfect for developing footwork and crimp strength. All lead bolts on the west-facing wall are sketchy. Do not learn to lead at Point Dume!
SOUTH-FACING (seaside) WALL--2 steep, pumpy routes in the 5.10 range, with other variations possible.

Long anchor-cords are required to top rope most routes.

WEATHER/CLIMATE
Moderated by the presence of temperate ocean water, this site is a year-round cliff. On cool winter days, the rock can feel slick.

For a memorable day of whale-watching, be sure to climb at Point Dume from mid-December to March.

Getting There Suggest change

From PCH, turn on Westward Beach Road and head East for approximately 1 mile. Pass through the State Park gate (pay the toll) and proceed to the far side of the parking area, closest to the wall. Access top rope anchors by climbing a circuitous path that begins to the north of the main wall.

Please note, there are two parking entrances that require a parking fee and can confuse you. You need to turn into the lot that takes you south, down along the coast for a minute, and then you'll end up right near the wall. 

13 Total Climbs

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Classic Climbing Routes at Point Dume

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
 120
Arete
TR
5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c
 20
Left Flake
TR
5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c
 7
Rhein-Dance
TR
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
 79
Left
TR
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
 96
Left Center
TR
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
 126
Center
TR
5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
 119
South Face Left
TR
5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
 103
South Face Right
Sport
5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c
 10
South Face Center Right
TR
5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a
 4
Ocean's Eleven
TR
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
Arete
 120
5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b TR
Left Flake
 20
5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c TR
Rhein-Dance
 7
5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c TR
Left
 79
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c TR
Left Center
 96
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c TR
Center
 126
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c TR
South Face Left
 119
5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b TR
South Face Right
 103
5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b Sport
South Face Center Right
 10
5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c TR
Ocean's Eleven
 4
5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a TR
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Sun & Shade Suggest change

Routes Mostly Face: North · West
Sunny Roughly 9am to 3pm during high season
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Details: Though the main face faces north, it's low angle keeps in in the sun for most of the day.

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