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Boy Scout Trail Cliffs Climbing

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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

The next 4 climbs are on the large N. Facing formation just west of Big Top, and the last climbable rock on the left as you hike out on the Boy Scout Trail from Indian Cove. About 20-30 min. approach. These climbs are on the right side of the large mass of rock, with I smell Bacon being in one of the N/S canyons.

Dick Cheny 5.10d (TR) **
This climb goes up to a 2 bolt rap station. The climb faces N. and is towards the right side of the large mass of rock.

Shot in the Face 5.11+ (TR)
This climbs very difficult crack right of D. Cheny.

Scooter 5.6
This is a trad climb just on the corner, right of Shot in the face, and just before you enter a N/S canyon. Climb Scooter to get to the anchors to top rope Dick Cheny.

I Smell Bacon 5.10a*
This cool route goes up chocolate colored rock past 4 bolts to a 2 bolt anchor