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Elevation: 6,590 ft
GPS: 43.8488, -103.53401
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The Obelisk is the northern most summit of the Spire Three mass. First topped out by the Conns on May 7th, 1953.

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Best approached from the N. Then you can either hike to the W side via the 2/3 gully, or climb into the 3/4 gully for the E face.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Obelisk

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5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
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5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
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5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b Trad 2 pitches
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5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a Trad 2 pitches
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West side of Obelisk as shown from the top of spire 2. Original obelisk route shown in red. Obelisk roof direct shown in yellow. Conn route to the top shown in blue. Rap down opposite side into Sprire 3-4 gully.
West side of Obelisk as shown from the top of s…
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Looking at Obelisk from Spire Four
Looking at Obelisk from Spire Four
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Obelisk roof
Obelisk roof
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Obelisk from Spire Four
Obelisk from Spire Four
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Looking to Spire Three from Obelisk formation
Looking to Spire Three from Obelisk formation
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Looking out from crack on regular Conn route on Obelisk formation
Looking out from crack on regular Conn route on…
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First pitch of Regular Conn Route of Obelisk - 5.7 (Second pitch is 5.8.)
First pitch of Regular Conn Route of Obelisk -…
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Obelisk formation from the Two - Three Gully
Obelisk formation from the Two - Three Gully
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