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X Factor Dome Rock Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in X Factor Dome

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	Charles In Charge (aka Who's on First) T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Charles Who? T 5.11b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c
	Freeway Jam T 5.10c 6b 20 VII 20 E2 5b
	Give a Hoot T 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a PG13
	Indecision 2000 T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Max Factor S 5.11c 6c+ 24 VIII- 24 E4 6a
	Runaway Truck Ramp T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a

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Elevation:	4,208 ft
GPS:	34.02288, -116.16969 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

Just south of Watts Towers is this large formation with just over a dozen routes scattered across it's north, west and southwest faces. Routes range from 5.8 to 5.11+ and are almost all traditionally protected.

Getting There

Park along the road where possible and walk across the desert following faint trails to the base of the rock. Approach times vary from 5-15 minutes depending upon which portion of the rock you are visiting.