King Otto's Castle Rock Climbing
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Elevation: | 3,200 ft | 975 m |
GPS: |
34.0924, -116.1569 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Page Views: | 23,979 total · 88/month | |
Shared By: | C Miller on Jun 21, 2002 | |
Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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/…
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
King Otto's Castle is a large imposing formation directly behind some campsites with numerous routes from 5.7 to 5.12 on it's south and west faces. Face climbing is primarily the name of the game here but a few decent cracks exist as well.
- Due to it's location remember to be courteous and ask before climbing here if the campsites are occupied.
Location
Located in the center of the campground directly behind campsite #31 and across the road from Condor Rock.
Classic Climbing Routes at King Otto's Castle
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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