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Elevation: | 3,591 ft |
GPS: |
34.08516, -116.13521 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
Page Views: | 4,294 total · 26/month |
Shared By: | C Miller on Aug 12, 2010 · Updates |
Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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.
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/…
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
Just right of the Stealth Pillar on a face characterized by a large white dike are three fun, moderate routes. Although the approach is a bit of a slog, by Josh standards at least, the views are unparalled and make up for it.
Getting There
Park in the large lot for Rattlesnake Canyon and hike south along the wash for several minutes until able to break left into another drainage which gets you closer to the formation. Higher exit the drainage and work up the steep and loose hillside (watch out for ball bearings underfoot) to the base of the formation. The approach takes 45-60 minutes.
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