Gates of Fire  V4

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Type:  Boulder, 15 feet Consensus:  V4 [details] FA:  David Speyrer & Haychoi Tiang New Route:  Yes Submitted By:  David Speyrer on Sep 16, 2007 You & This Route  |  Other Opinions (3) Your todo list: Your stars: Your rating: -none- [change] Your ticklist: [add new tick]

BETA PHOTO: Vance Atkins on Gates of Fire!

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No vehicle access, but open to foot traffic MORE INFO >>> Washington Climbers Coalition's permittee status under the landowner's easement with Washington State DNR has been revoked due to liability concerns and increased traffic. Vehicular access beyond the gate is currently not allowed. Gold Bar is still open to foot traffic. WCC and Access Fund are actively working with the landowner and DNR to find a solution. Stay posted at www.washingtonclimbers.org. This information is a public crowdsourcing effort between the Access Fund, and Mountain Project. You should confirm closures, restrictions, and/or related dates. Keeping climbing areas open and conserving the climbing environment

Description 

Mega classic line up the right side of the Thermopylae Wall! Stretch or jump up to the first good hold and climb the right-leaning flake system up the overhanging wall, topping out on jugs after a high crux. The further right you top out, the more you'll be over nasty boulders below.

A sit start will add considerable difficulty but not necessarily considerable fun. You decide.

Location 

The Thermopylae Wall is about 150 feet uphill and slightly west of Stinkin' Slopers, and immediately downhill of Balance of Power. This would be a fine place to hold off a vast Persian army with a small band of Spartans. On the left side of this wall check out Dine in Hell and Table for 300.

Protection 

3 or more pads. The landing is uneven but can be made safe with pads and diligent spotting.

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Due to the newly groomed landing, Ryan is fearless...