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Reef Rock Rock Climbing

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Routes in Reef Rock

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	Cat's Meow T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	I Should Be Dancin' T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Lacking Garlic T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	My Penis Floats T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	No Bolts Required T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b R
	Simply Climb T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Trail of Tiers T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Access Issue: Seasonal Raptor Closures Details

The rock climbing area known as Towers of Uncertainty is closed to public use due to wildlife activity. The closure is usually in effect from March through June

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 is the formation on the north end of the main clump of formations.
It lies to the west of the Crow's Nest.
There are several horizontal cracks across the face. The rock is compact and pretty good.
There is a large birds nest, high, near the center of the face.
Descend to the south.