Mt. Gorgeous Rock Climbing
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Elevation: | 678 ft | 207 m |
GPS: |
34.09567, -118.72976 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Shared By: | veritus on Jan 3, 2007 · Updates | |
Admins: | jt512, Nicole Wiesenthal, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
Access Issue: New route or crag development is NOT permitted within Malibu Creek SP at this time. Do not improve trails or belay areas using materials brought from outside the park.
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Mt. Gorgeous offers some of the longest routes at Malibu Creek State Park and has become one of the most popular destinations within the canyon. This area has a high concentration moderate climbs for the beginner to advanced level sport climber. This side of the canyon stays in the shade in the morning and due to the canopy of trees the base of routes receive shade beyond midday. A rack of 16 quickdraws, plus anchors, will be sufficient for climbing at Mt. Gorgeous. A couple long draws can help with rope drag on a few routes. Be aware that bees/wasps frequently inhabit the pockets on this wall.
Classic Climbing Routes at Mt. Gorgeous
Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.
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