Type: Sport, 500 ft (152 m), 6 pitches, Grade II
FA: unknown
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Shared By: Maxwell Miller on Jun 14, 2015
Admins: Luc-514, David Riley

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Description Suggest change

This route is an excellent introduction to the gorge and provides exciting positions. With afternoon thunderstorms this route can feel very committing. Best to get an early start. I led the final 3 pitches with a thunderstorm rolling up the gorge and light rain starting to fall. Big thanks to Brian Tinsen for selecting this excellent route.

1st Pitch - 5.10a Climb a crack that leads to elegant jug hauling.
2nd Pitch - 5.10a Continue up an slabby groove with jugs and face climbing.
3rd Pitch - 5.8 Continue up a lower angle slab with nice jugs to a ledge.
4th Pitch - 5.10a Easy moves off the belay lead to a vertical face with nice edges and nice grooves.
5th Pitch - 5.10a Edgy face climbing leads to vertical crack with nice jugs and great exposure
6th Pitch - 5.9 Continue up the crack with nice jugs and spectacular views of the gorge.
It is possible to link pitches with a 60m or 70m rope.

Location Suggest change

Park at the Belvedere de la Carelle. Walk down a trail 150m east along the rim. Rappel off the anchors at the top of the rim. 4 rappels gets you to Jardin des Ecureuils. (Squirrel Garden)
There is a marked rappel that says Dalles Grises

Protection Suggest change

This route is very well bolted would be wise to carry at least 12 quick draws. Some natural pro is available too.

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