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The Ranch Hand

Name: The Ranch Hand
Rating: 2.8

5.7 YDS 5a French 15 Ewbanks V+ UIAA 13 ZA MVS 4b British

Routes in (g) The Ranch

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	Donkey, The T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Goat, The T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Horse, The T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Llama, The T 5.9- 5c 17 VI 16 HVS 4c
	Rabbit, The T 5.8- 5b 16 VI- 14 VS 4c
	Ranch Hand, The T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b

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Type:	Trad, 65 ft (20 m)
FA:	Frank Bentwood, Al Sanderson, Kelly Vaught, Bob Gaines, and Farai Muchenje, October, 2016.
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Shared By:	Bob Gaines on Oct 8, 2016
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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

Climb the left side of the pillar, starting just left of The Llama. Surprisingly moderate for its steepness, due to some incredibly featured rock.

This route may be the best on the crag in terms of rock quality.

Protection

6 bolts plus a camming device for a crack above the 6th bolt. There's a spot for a #3.5 or #4 camalot at the start of the crack/flake and a slot for a 2.5 inch CD a bit higher.

2-bolt anchor (65 ft.)