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Cirque of the Climbables - Left Side

California > Joshua Tree NP > Queen Valley Area > Queen Mountain > Cirque of the Climbables
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Description

The Cirque of the Climbables is a sweet area with many fine routes in the 5.10 range. The rock is excellant Queen Mountain granite with mucho great varnish. The must do route of the area is Treasure of the Sierra Madre (5.10d)*****. Don't miss the Christmas Tree Arete (5.10a)*** as well.

Getting There

This is the most accessible area on Queen Mountain. From the parking area at the roads end to the south, hike towards Queen Mountain's summit. As you approach the base of the south face the area will be seen high on the south face to the left of the summit but well below the skyline. Allow 20-30 minutes for the hike.

Routes from Left to Right

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Cique of the Climbables.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.
[Hide Photo] Cique of the Climbables. Photo by Blitzo.
Cirque of the Climbables.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.
[Hide Photo] Cirque of the Climbables. Photo by Blitzo.
Cirque of the Climbables.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.
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[Hide Comment] These crags have also been referred to as "The Red Banks". Dec 16, 2009
[Hide Comment] Mere mortals will require an hour plus to do this approach with packs. Oct 5, 2017
Roddy McCalley
Joshua Tree, CA
[Hide Comment] It's no more than a 45 minute approach with packs. Jan 15, 2024