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Outhouse Rock Rock Climbing

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Areas in Outhouse Rock

Outhouse Rock - East Face 5 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 5

Outhouse Rock - West Face 6 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 6

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Elevation:	4,259 ft
GPS:	34.01987, -116.1634 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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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/…

Description

Close to HVCG yet you never see anyone on it. This rock may have the best 5.4 chimney in the park for whatever that's worth.

Getting There

This is the formation between the Blob and Rock Hudson. From the end of the main loop in HVCG towards the Outback. Outhouse Rock is directly to your right.

11 Total Climbs

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Classic Climbing Routes at Outhouse Rock

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b 21 ● Five-Four-Plus Trad Outhouse Rock - W Face
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a 117 ● Strawberry Jam Trad Outhouse Rock - E Face