Picnic Boulder  Photos:  Recent | Best | Popular Elevation:  3,000' Page Views:  611. Good page?    Administrators:  C Miller, Adam Stackhouse, M.Morley, Sam Vanderhyden, Tom Erickson Submitted By:  C Miller on Dec 28, 2009 Make this area a Favorite What's New   Print a Mini-Guide with routes Add Route  Add Photo  Add Comment  Add Event

Occupied Campsite Rule In Effect! MORE INFO >>> Any route or boulder problem that starts out of or near an occupied campsite may not be done without first obtaining the campsite occupant's permission. 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

James topping out on Try-Tip Sandwich (V1), Joshua...

Description 

With close to half a dozen problems and no approach the Picnic Boulder could be just the ticket for some casual bouldering if in the area. The rock is a little on the rough side here but if the weather is on the chilly side and your skin is up to it they can be quite fun. The easiest way off the boulder is down Ant Line.

Highlights here include the technical Whole Lotta Nothing (V2) and the exhilarating No Picnic (V3 R).

Remember to be courteous and ask before bouldering here if the campsite is occupied.

Getting There 

In campsite 15 which is just past the Short Wall after the two roads merge.

The Classics

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No Picnic V3 R  CA : Joshua Tree National Park : ... : Picnic Boulder

This fun line climbs a slightly overhung face from lower right to upper left via incut edges, sidepulls, slopers and some cool moves. The only drawback is the poor landing which demands good spotting skills and several pads. * This problem isn't listed in the Joshua Tree Bouldering Guide but is an obvious line with some good moves that's worth a go when in the area....[more]   Browse More Classics in CA

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