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Astral Boulders

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Description

Located beyond and above the Parking Lot Boulders, the Astral Boulders is the highest area on the Climber's Trail that eventually leads to the Main Wall. As such, this area grants hikers and climbers some of the best vantage points along the trail (and on the mountain, in general). You can find quite a few boulders here like Old And In The Pain Boulder, Edge of the World Boulders, Astral Tarantula Boulders, and White Snake Boulder. These feature mostly lower grade routes. If you're looking for a challenge, however, locate the Porch Life Boulder and try your hands at a couple of Adam Johnson's FAs!

Getting There

Follow the Climber's Trail past the Parking Lot Boulders. If you’re referencing the trailhead map, follow either side of the Doug Walker Loop Trail and find these boulders between the Shaman Trails and the X Wall. 

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White Snake Boulder
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Approach to Astral Boulders from Main Wall/Shaman Areas
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Old And In The Pain Boulder
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View from White Snake Boulder
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