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Elevation: 1,942 ft
GPS: 47.43104, -121.62112
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Shared By: Nick Shuey on Aug 30, 2013 · Updates
Admins: Jon Nelson, Micah Klesick, Zachary Winters

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Squishy Bell is covered by the trees and rock face for a majority of the day, but never cold in the summer. The rock is very similar to Gritscone in perspective to size being approximately 10m tall. Squishy Bell is a great area for beginners as it is easily top-ropable and has 4 routes ranging from 5.5-5.9.

Getting There Suggest change

To get to Squishy Bell, take the main trail up from Gritscone heading towards Easy Street. Prior to entering the overgrown trail to Easy Street, head up the trail to the left which is a large hill. Continue up this hill for approximately 10-15 minutes. There will be a trail that breaks off to the right into the forrest overlooking I-90. At this point, Squishy Bell is behind you and to the left if looking out over I-90. Carefully hike down the small trail which is covered by large rocks. This is Squishy Bell.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Squishy Bell

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
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Winter Rushing In
Sport, TR
5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
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November Glaze
Sport, TR
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
Winter Rushing In
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5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c Sport, TR
November Glaze
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5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a Sport, TR
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Details: Belay area shaded, rock in the sun consistently.

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