Arethusa Falls Climbing
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Elevation: | 2,052 ft | 625 m |
GPS: |
44.14667, -71.39184 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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Page Views: | 9,323 total · 52/month | |
Shared By: | J. Albers on Dec 26, 2009 | |
Admins: | Jay Knower, M Sprague, Jeffrey LeCours, Jonathan S, Robert Hall |
Access Issue: Avoid walking on the train tracks whenever possible.
Details
The Conway Scenic Railroad will be active in Crawford Notch this winter. It is critically important for climbers to avoid walking on the train tracks whenever possible. In an effort to minimize time spent on the tracks we are asking that you please take the Frankenstein Cliff Trail to the Amphitheater when climbing at Frankenstein, instead of walking on the tracks directly from the parking lot. Please do not leave packs, gear, or ropes on or near the rails, and avoid belaying near the tracks. Be prepared for trains to pass at any time, all winter.
The right of way for the railroad extends 50 feet on either side of the tracks, so while walking next to the tracks is likely safer, from the point of view of the railway it does not necessarily provide a solution. Ideally climbers should avoid being near the tracks whenever possible. We're requesting that climbers use alternative approach trails when it makes sense, such as in the case of the Frankenstein Cliff trail. If you do need to use the tracks, we want people to be aware of the situation, and to try not to spend excess time on them.
The right of way for the railroad extends 50 feet on either side of the tracks, so while walking next to the tracks is likely safer, from the point of view of the railway it does not necessarily provide a solution. Ideally climbers should avoid being near the tracks whenever possible. We're requesting that climbers use alternative approach trails when it makes sense, such as in the case of the Frankenstein Cliff trail. If you do need to use the tracks, we want people to be aware of the situation, and to try not to spend excess time on them.
Description
Beautiful approach with several single pitch ice and mixed routes in a beautiful secluded amphitheater. The main flow is quite wide and can accommodate 3-4 parties.
Getting There
Park as for the Frankenstein area. The trails starts from the railroad tracks just left of the house at the end of the road (the trail is marked). Hike through the woods following the Arethusa Falls trail to the amphitheater.
Descend by hiking down around through the woods to either the right or left of the falls.
Descend by hiking down around through the woods to either the right or left of the falls.
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