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Elevation: 3,978 ft
GPS: 34.03366, -116.20152
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Shared By: Gary Kleiger on May 10, 2003
Admins: Greg Opland, Mike Morley, C Miller, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes, Gunkswest
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This northeast-facing rock is the first major formation that one will encounter on the trail to the White Cliffs of Dover This rock is steep enough that, while the belayer will be exposed to sunlight in the morning, the climbs will have at least some degree of shade all day. Without a doubt, the classic on the formation is Right Baskerville Crack (5.10a). Descent is a walk-off.

Baskerville Rock, Joshua Tree NP

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Starting from Trashcan Rock, find a well developed trail that heads south towards an obvious band of cliffs...the rocks high up on this hill are the White Cliffs of Dover Note: this trail can be found on the eastern-most side of the parking lot in the back. Hike the trail for approximately 1/2 mile; Baskerville Rock is the first one encountered.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Baskerville Rock

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
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Right Baskerville Crack
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5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
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Left Baskerville Crack
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Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
Right Baskerville Crack
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5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a Trad
Left Baskerville Crack
 33
5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b Trad
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