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Thunder Crack

5.10d, Trad, 70 ft (21 m),  Avg: 3.7 from 18 votes
FA: Andrew Eaton and Chris Hagen summer 2017
Washington > Central-W Casca… > N Bend & Vicinity > Exit 34; Middle… > Stegosaurus Butte > Rump > Goods

Description

The obvious hand/fist crack to the right of the massive corner that makes up the neighboring route “Stegosaurus Butte-y”
climb a very short chimney to a short, right, undercling traverse, to the slightly overhung hand/fist crack. When the crack closes, climb straight up to a small slab under a large roof where you will find bolted anchors to rappel from.
One can also use this as the first pitch to Stegosaurus Butte-y. From the bolted anchors, traverse left into the corner and up to the 2nd roof (11b) of Stegosaurus Butte-y.This bypasses the 10b flake that starts Stegosaurus Butte-y which can sometimes be slightly wet. 

Location

East end of Stegosaurus Butte found along the middle fork river trail. See “The Goods“ area for approach details. 

Protection

Gear to #4 BD cams. Doubles .75-3

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The hand/fist crack in the center
[Hide Photo] The hand/fist crack in the center
Pulling the overhang thanks to some features outside the crack.
[Hide Photo] Pulling the overhang thanks to some features outside the crack.

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Zachary K
Leavenworth, WA
 
[Hide Comment] Don't let the dirty chimney start turn you off. It's not as bad as it looks and is over very quickly. Sep 11, 2022
[Hide Comment] We got absolutely spanked trying to pull the bulge on this route. The falls are clean and it's easy to aid past if necessary though. Jul 18, 2024
Nate Mallove
Seattle
 
[Hide Comment] Easy chimney to steep, sporty crack climbing with excellent pro the whole way. Well worth the hike Sep 25, 2024