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Crabtree Falls Climbing

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Standard Route (no name) T,TR WI3

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Elevation:	1,788 ft
GPS:	37.85019, -79.07727 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Tristan Napotnik on Jan 16, 2017
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Description

A very popular area for moderate ice climbing multipitch.

The falls consist of a series of cascading waterfalls that get bigger as you go up (the last two falls being the tallest). Excellent ice for lead climbing and toprope.

Getting There

Directions to trailhead: If you're coming from I-81, take exit 205 towards Steeles Tavern. Turn left on to Route 11 and then a quick right to head East on VA-56. Follow this past the Blue Ridge Parkway. After a few more miles, you'll see signs for the parking area of Crabtree Falls. The parking lot loops around and you will see the trailhead and map near the restroom facilities.