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Turtle Ridge
Arizona
> Central Arizona
> *Phoenix Areas
> McDowell Mountains
Access Issue: Access:
Details
The only access issue for this area is the seasonal closure of routes on the north side of Tom's Thumb.
Please be aware of, and abide by the closure when it is in effect!
For more information, please visit
scottsdaleaz.gov/preserve
Description
This is as remote as it gets in the McDowells. Turtle Ridge is named after the “turtle” on “turtle” formation on the ridge line. It is a hard to access area but holds some gems and some potential FAs for willing parties.
Getting There
Approach is long for the McDowells. 2 options. (Option 1) hike past fist grease and up to the thumb nail then just start bush wacking down the ridge to the west. (Option 2) hike the landslide trail until it is as far west as you can go then follow path of least resistance to the ridge to the south. (See photos) Formations are everywhere with plenty to climb and develop.
Routes from Left to Right
| Route Name |
Location |
Star Rating |
Difficulty |
Date |
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Finger Grease
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5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
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Mesa, AZ