Sphinx Rock Area (aka The Cliff Hanger) Rock Climbing
Elevation: | 5,108 ft |
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34.22709, -117.25445 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | Kristoffer Wickstrom on Feb 2, 2006 · Updates |
Admins: | C Miller, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
Description
These mostly south-facing crags overlook the city far below, and while it can get a bit windy, it's still very nice.
The granite is a bit chossy at the base of the cliff due to fire damage, but nothing too serious.
- Watch out for rattlesnakes in warmer weather!
Getting There
Sphinx Rock and Temple Rock are accessed by driving Hwy 18 to Hortencia's at the Cliffhanger and parking several hundred feet to the east in a large pullout and walking back west alongside the road until you see a faint climber's trail leading down to the crag.
Lee's Rock is accessed by driving Hwy 18 to Hortencia's at the Cliffhanger and parking to the west in a large turnout where a faint climber's trail can be found.
- Approach time is 5-15 minutes from the nearest parking along Hwy. 18.
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