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The Bat Caves Bouldering

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Elevation:	4,428 ft	1,350 m
GPS:	33.99679, -116.06897 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
Page Views:	13 total · 5/month
Shared By:	Coyote J on Feb 11, 2025
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details

The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock colored bolt hangers are allowed.

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit:
nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

Three separate corridors that have problems on either side, as well as inside. Very fun for chasming.

Getting There

This is on one of the biggest outcroppings, on the back right of the valley, when approaching from the east. The corridors are the three openings visible on the upper part of the outcropping