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Surprise Party
5.9 PG13,
Trad, 70 ft (21 m),
Avg: 2 from 2
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FA: Alex Charmoz, Todd Gordon, Tucker Tech, Susan Peplow, Tyler Gilson
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Queen Valley Area
> Geology Tour Rd
> Towers of Uncer…
> Sunlight Rock
Access Issue: Seasonal Raptor Closures
Details
The rock climbing area known as Towers of Uncertainty is closed to public use due to wildlife activity. The closure is usually in effect from March through June
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
Start on top of a block and follow the incut ramp up to a stance where a bolt can be clipped. Use the twin cracks and up some slab moves to a small hotizontal. Clip a bolt out left and trend left, either using the large knob or the face to it's left. Protect the large horizontal and follow a jagged crack up the face and around the bulge to a flake. Clip a piton and top out to a set of anchors up top.
Location
South face of Sunlight rock. 15 min approach from parking lot.
Protection
2 bolts at the start make it a sane lead now. Cams up to #3. Finger size up top./
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