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Medicine Bow Rock Climbing

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	Granite Dance T 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c
	Peace Pipe T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b

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GPS:	34.0835, -116.1406 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Temporary Closure in effect from April 3 to June 15, 2024 Details

Temporary Closure for Nesting Raptors
Date Posted: 4/4/2024
Due to the presence of nesting raptors, the following rock climbing areas are temporarily closed: Slatanic Area, Rattlesnake Buttress, Margaret Thatcher Spire, The Stepping Stones, The Bulkhead, The Dunce Cap, and Commissioner’s Buttress.

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 southeast facing formation is characterized by a white face with an large patinaed arch, crossing right to left.High on the right side is a shelf capped by a large roof. The middle of the roof is split by a hand crack ( The Granite Dance ).