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True Grit Rock Climbing

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True Grit T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Elevation:	5,943 ft
GPS:	38.7886, -120.2421 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Road Closure - Caldor Fire and Dirt road winter closures Details

While climbing is open, Wrights Lake Road is within the Caldor Fire closure: fs.usda.gov/eldorado/. Plan to approach from Hwy 50. In addition, Eldorado National Forest closes dirt roads during wet conditions between November and May. The main office number 530-622-5061 might help you get current conditions, which aren't always updated on the website. fs.usda.gov/detail/eldorado… When the road is closed, simply park on a pullout of Wrights Lake Road and walk the extra mile.

Description

A south and west facing boulder hosting two climbs: The Wombat (5.11) faces south and True Grit (10a) faces west. A good place to climb on colder days.

To build a toprope, walk around to the north side of the boulder to the top. Class 1. Depending on where you build the anchor, you may need to extend your slings.

Getting There

Walk to the Twin Owls area then follow the trail south for several minutes. When you hit the rock, head around to the right between the nasty white thorn and the rock face. At the SW toe of the boulder is where the climbs are.