Cleopatra's Needle

A difficult variation to the normal finish on Cleo...

Description 

Routes exist on all sides of the freestanding pinnacle. The classic route takes the southeast side. Excellent photo ops from atop Kings Throne and above the Weissner Face area.

Getting There 

Take the West Bluff Trail to the first point where it comes out of the woods for a great view of the lake. Cleopatra's Needle is clearly visable in the Amphitheater below.

Descent 

Rappel off the summit with a single rope. The rap anchor consists of one large ring bolt, and "Joe 1964" is stamped on it.

The Classics

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Northeast Comfort Route 5.4  WI : Devil's Lake : ... : Cleopatra's Needle

Northeast Comfort Route is located on the northeast side of Cleo's Needle. Start at the base of a pretty obvious dihedral. Make your way up the dihedral by stemming and using the crack. The dihedral is very relaxed and continuous. The dihedral gives way to face climbing about 15 feet from the top. Climb up the final summit pinnacle using nice face holds. Once at the top either sit on top to belay or go around to the other side of the needle...[more]   Browse More Classics in WI

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The typical I don't want to stand up! stance	Troy coming up the last part of the tower	Troy rappelling the west side of the tower
Solid anchor for two. Wish we had sun screen, Aug...