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Hemingway Buttress (West Face) Rock Climbing

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Routes in Hemingway Buttress (West Face)

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	American Express T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Execution Time T 5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c
	Layaway Plan TR 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c

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Elevation:	4,217 ft
GPS:	34.02343, -116.17777 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	C Miller on Oct 5, 2009
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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

This seldom visited portion of Hemingway is home to a handful of routes including American Express (5.9), Layaway Plan (5.11a TR) and Execution Time (5.11b).

Getting There

Approach as for the east face of Heminway but veer left towards the left side aiming for a rocky gully which accesses the west face. Approach time is about 20-25 minutes from the car.