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Squirrel Rock Rock Climbing

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Routes in Squirrel Rock

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	Escape to Queen Mountain T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	No Nuts Needed S 5.11a 6c 22 VII+ 22 E3 5c
	One Nut Needed T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Searching for Nuts S 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
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Elevation:	5,335 ft
GPS:	34.058, -116.10057 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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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

Squirrel Rock is a smaller 60' high formation located at the southeast toe of Upper Walts Rock on Queen Mountain. Home to a few decent bolted routes, but not really a destination crag by itself. Notable climbs here include One Nut Needed (5.10b), Searching for Nuts (5.10b), and the nearby Escape to Queen Mountain (5.10a). All routes face south/west and get plenty of sun. An easy descent is made from all routes by a shared bolted rappel anchor.

Getting There

Follow the trail up Queen Mountain as per Upper Walt's Rock. ~2 miles plus lotsa uphill. If you are standing at the base of White Rain or Crack Queen on the right side of Upper Walt's, Squirrel Rock is basically located 20 yards behind you and slightly downhill.