To save paper & ink, use the [Hide] controls next to photos and comments
so you only print what you need.
Batman
5.8,
Trad, 70 ft (21 m),
Avg: 2.3 from 12
votes
FA: Tom Howard, Dan Perry
N Carolina
> 2. Northern Mou…
> Ship Rock
> Upper Tier
Access Issue: Post Hurricane Helene Accessibility of Crags
Details
The CCC has created the list linked below of accessible and inaccessible climbing areas with some caveats. If you decide to head out for a day of climbing, please do not attempt to go to those marked ‘inaccessible’. Please note that all areas in WNC will have extensive tree damage and if you head out, use extra caution for all the trees above, especially on a windy day. Rock fall potential is also highest after a big weather event. Please use extra caution while climbing and prepare to self rescue if injured. Injury response time will be greatly limited for any injury currently, especially for a remote injury. Cell service is limited in all areas. Parking at accessible crags in the WNC/ Upstate SC region will likely be challenging. If the parking lot is full, go to a different area and do not park illegally or in a road. Make a plan B before leaving your house. Expect road detours on the way to the crag. NCdrive.gov updates road closures. Once you get to the crag, expect many trees blocking access trails and of course, come volunteer with the CCC to help us bring our climbing areas back!
carolinaclimbers.org/conten…
Access Issue: All climbers must use existing rappel stations for descent.
Details
Rappel stations are located atop the routes: Boardwalk (for main section of cliff) and Edge of a Dream (for upper tier routes). Please see
accessfund.org/regions/news/NC for more info
Description
Start in first left facing overhung corner after coming through "tunnel" to enter the upper tier. Pull the arete once you reach the small roof (crux) then follow crack to the top. Gear belay at top and decend via Walk the Plank anchors.
Location
Very first route you see after entering the upper tier. Sharp "nose" shaped arete followed by a 30' crack are distinguishing characteristics of Batman.
Protection
small to medium cams, nuts, and even a brown tricam came in handy down low. Extend your slings so you dont suffer the same fate as the poor soul who lost their BD 3.5 camalot at the top of the route. Gear belay with a few medium cams and a nice boulder to sling with a 120cm sling.
[Hide Photo] At the crux. Falling here would likely hurt but thankfully you can sort of puzzle out the move before committing.
[Hide Photo] Getting underway after the bouldery start. First pro shown, although you could maybe get something in before but it'd be strenuous.
Raleigh, NC