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43 Mile

Alaska > Anchorage & S C… > Valdez Area Rock

Description

Often if its raining in Valdez you can head over Thompson Pass and find a blue hole here. Years ago a few routes were put up but recently some new bolts have showen up. Moderate grades with a short approach. Watch out for some loose rock but the routes are sound.

The area is primarily divided into two walls an upper and lower.

Getting There

Drive to approximately 43 mile on the Richardson Highway. Look for an old turn out that is a "drive through". It will be on the left hand side if you are leaving Valdez. Park in the turn out and look for an obvious trail to lookers left as you look at the climbing area.

Use this trail to access the upper and lower crags. Hiking directly to the lower crag is loose. It's best to follow the trail and then traverse over to the base of the lower wall.

Routes from Left to Right

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Camping at the 46 mile wall on a spectacular fall day. This Craig can be a great place to dry out from the September weather down in Valdez.
[Hide Photo] Camping at the 46 mile wall on a spectacular fall day. This Craig can be a great place to dry out from the September weather down in Valdez.
The view from the belay stations around the 43 mile Craig are hard to beat.
[Hide Photo] The view from the belay stations around the 43 mile Craig are hard to beat.
Lower Crag
[Hide Photo] Lower Crag