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Elevation: 600 ft 183 m
GPS: 35.06157, -80.82779
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The boulders at Big Rock Nature Preserve are unlike most in the Piedmont area, featuring Gabbro granite much like the boulders at Stoney Mountain. There are 3 main boulders with multiple problems on each of them, problems range from slab all the way to a chimney. It is best to go here from 9 am to 3 pm as for the most part, the park is devoid of any kids or people taking pictures. After 3 pm people flood to the park and it gets pretty crowded. It is a great weekday bouldering spot as it's still within Charlotte. 

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The address is 6500 Elmstone Dr. Park on Elmstone Drive next to or behind the Big Rock Nature Preserve sign, follow the well-defined trail into the woods and In less than 300 feet you'll be at the boulders.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Big Rock Nature Preserve

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V1 5 PG13
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Shoots and Ladders
Boulder
5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a
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NED's Revenge
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Shoots and Ladders
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V1 5 PG13 Boulder
NED's Revenge
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5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a Trad, TR
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