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The Allen Steck Memorial Route

5.8, Trad, 70 ft (21 m),  Avg: 2.4 from 25 votes
FA: unknown
California > Joshua Tree NP > Central Joshua… > Sheep Pass Area > Ryan Campground > Manure Pile
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Description

Start just left of Tom Bombadil and head up to the bolts. There is an obvious corner arete. Climb up; you cannot miss the route.

Protection

Bolts, maybe some gear. I could not find any gear after the last bolt. Gear anchor, medium cams.

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Taylor keeping left above the second bolt. Alternatively you can stand over the bolt and stem along various features.
[Hide Photo] Taylor keeping left above the second bolt. Alternatively you can stand over the bolt and stem along various features.
Both bolts marked. Worm up onto that platform (crux), clip the first bolt and head left out onto the rib. Move up, clip the second bolt, then make a beeline for the top!
[Hide Photo] Both bolts marked. Worm up onto that platform (crux), clip the first bolt and head left out onto the rib. Move up, clip the second bolt, then make a beeline for the top!
Climbing Allen Steck Memorial (5.8)
[Hide Photo] Climbing Allen Steck Memorial (5.8)
Katie on Follow. A bit chilly even in the sun!
[Hide Photo] Katie on Follow. A bit chilly even in the sun!

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tony grice
  5.9-
[Hide Comment] Do this route if you're climbing in the campground; yet another fine tick on a lazy day. Nov 15, 2006
Jordan Ramey
Calgary, Alberta
  5.8
[Hide Comment] 2 bolts. Trad anchor. Walk off. Mar 25, 2007
DesertRat
Flagstaff, AZ
[Hide Comment] Protected first move before bolt with a cam, then two more peices after bolts before setting up gear anchor on North facing crack right before level top out. Rapped off the anchor at the top of Barely Crankin. Fun route. Nov 8, 2024