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Friction Slab Bouldering
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34.02841, -116.14536 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | C Miller on Feb 10, 2009 · Updates |
Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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/…
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
This short boulder has two friction problems on it's slabby north face - Friction 100 (V0-) and Friction 101 (V1). Although short they are quality and worth a go if in the area to dial in that friction.
There's an easy downclimb on the southeast corner (facing towards The Chube).
There's an easy downclimb on the southeast corner (facing towards The Chube).
Getting There
Located on the next sizeable boulder to the northwest of The Chube (you can just make out the upper portion of it in the beta photo).
Classic Climbing Routes at Friction Slab
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