PRINT: Rock Climb Just Forget It, The New River Gorge Region

Just Forget It

5.12b, Sport, 40 ft (12 m),

Avg: 3.5 from 2 votes
FA: Rick Thompson, 1995
W Virginia > New River Gorge… > New River Gorge… > Endless Wall > P) Jacob's Ladder Area

Access Issue: NO DRONES ON NATIONAL PARKLANDS Details

All of the crags within the New River Gorge proper are on national parklands, and drone use is prohibited here. There has been some discussion about places to launch drones that are not on park property, and then flying them over the gorge. This is super poor form; don't do it. Park regulations prohibit all drone use over the boundaries without a permit.

Description

Short, stout, and sweet. This bouldery route packs a lot of great movement into 40 feet. What from the ground seems like an impossible dyno crux at the second bolt can be unlocked with a little finesse and creativity. The line follows up and left to the arete, passing one more crux move heading to the anchors. Definitely worth doing if you're in the area.

Location

Starts on the right side of the first arete right of Jacob's Ladder.

Protection

4 bolts, anchors.