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Turkey Tanks Bouldering

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Areas in Turkey Tanks

Side Wall, The 1

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Elevation:	6,127 ft	1,868 m
GPS:	35.25142, -111.39934 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	JJ Schlick on Mar 23, 2011 · Updates
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Description

Turkey Tanks is a small basalt canyon that quickly appears and disappears out in the cinder lands east of Flagstaff. It is technically part of the greater San Francisco Wash, but has a very different and shorter approach. This area boasts roughly 30- 40 established lines which feature unique pocketed holds. The Side Wall sits in a gentle side canyon which parallels the main wash. There are quality problems spread throughout this area on both sides of the canyon, with a few classics to be found.

Known for it's pocketed and polished holds, this compact area is a great place to unwind on a variety of mostly moderate problems. From overhanging face routes, to steep highball cracks, this little canyon has it covered. And is also one of the first places in Flagstaff to dry up after rain or snow.

Getting There

From Townsend/Winona Road head north on Leupp Road for 2.5 miles to a dirt road on the East (right)side of the hwy. Take this road for another 0.7 miles as it skirts the small hill to your right. Stay on the main road, and eventually you'll pass under some high voltage electric lines, just before the road terminates. Park, and hike the trail east down to the crag. The main wall is on a small right fork/island of the canyon. Don’t leave the trail too early into the larger canyon.