Flattop Mountain Rock Climbing

Flattop Mountain's south side boasts some phenomenal snow, ice, and mixed climbs but also is host to some OK alpine style rock climbs. The Dragontail Spires are formidable features that tower over the Tyndall Gorge. While the rock quality on the lower half of these towers may leave something to be desired, the upper half of the towers are quality alpine granite presenting unique challenges to the alpine climber. Generally speaking, these routes are alpine-style and the cruxes brief, but there is at least one difficult rock route that ascends the southeast buttress of Dragontail Spire; Dragonslayer (IV 5.11c). The southern aspect allows for all day sun, but the ridge-like nature of these features allow the winds to howl through your bones. You won't find too many folks up here in the summer... so if seclusion is something you seek, these may be the rock routes for you.