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Rock Creek Rock Climbing
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| Elevation: | 831 ft |
| GPS: |
35.74198, -93.27251 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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| Shared By: | Tyler KC on May 7, 2015 · Updates |
| Admins: | Tyler KC, JD Borgeson |
Description
Amazing secluded crag in the backwoods of Arkansas.
Hosts a gorgeous cliff-band which varies in height from 50-80ft of climbing
Being the newest sector of development for the State, Rock Creek is currently undergoing change by the week. The climbing here is unlike that of other crags in the state.
To be successful here and truly enjoy this crag one must be proficient in powerful steep climbing, as well as a repertoire of drop knees and kneebars.
That being said there are a few moderates spread across the crag, and potential for loads more in the region. With the potential for this area to rival that of HCR if given the effort.
If your hunting for quality lines and a secluded adventure deep within the Ozarks, Rock Creek will more than suit you well.
Hosts a gorgeous cliff-band which varies in height from 50-80ft of climbing
Being the newest sector of development for the State, Rock Creek is currently undergoing change by the week. The climbing here is unlike that of other crags in the state.
To be successful here and truly enjoy this crag one must be proficient in powerful steep climbing, as well as a repertoire of drop knees and kneebars.
That being said there are a few moderates spread across the crag, and potential for loads more in the region. With the potential for this area to rival that of HCR if given the effort.
If your hunting for quality lines and a secluded adventure deep within the Ozarks, Rock Creek will more than suit you well.
Getting There
From the city of Deer High School, follow the county dirt road (Parker Ridge Rd)south until you reach a fork near the Big Piney.
Veer right (away from the low-water bridge) and follow a rocky road for a short ways until you reach an obvious parking area/campsite.
MAKE SURE to leave parking space for other climbers. There is limited space to park a vehicle. If it seems too crowded, perhaps travel elsewhere, or drive across rock creek proper and find a suitable parking area further up. People live out here, and at no point should you be parked in their driveway entrance.
From here walk up the creek till you see a trail leading uphill.
(Under heavy rainfall, your better off walking further upstream to find a suitable crossing point, or fording the creek with your vehicle and hiking up from the opposite side avoiding the creek crossing on foot)
From here you connect to a 4 wheeler trail which has cairns off to the left that will lead you up to the crag.
Veer right (away from the low-water bridge) and follow a rocky road for a short ways until you reach an obvious parking area/campsite.
MAKE SURE to leave parking space for other climbers. There is limited space to park a vehicle. If it seems too crowded, perhaps travel elsewhere, or drive across rock creek proper and find a suitable parking area further up. People live out here, and at no point should you be parked in their driveway entrance.
From here walk up the creek till you see a trail leading uphill.
(Under heavy rainfall, your better off walking further upstream to find a suitable crossing point, or fording the creek with your vehicle and hiking up from the opposite side avoiding the creek crossing on foot)
From here you connect to a 4 wheeler trail which has cairns off to the left that will lead you up to the crag.
Classic Climbing Routes at Rock Creek
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