PRINT: Rock Climb George Gibbs, Joshua Tree National Park

George Gibbs

5.4 PG13, Trad, 90 ft (27 m),

Avg: 1 from 1 vote
FA: Todd Swain (onsight solo)
California > Joshua Tree NP > Central Joshua… > Barker Dam Area > Black Rocks > Black Rocks Black Face

Access Issue: NEW RESTRICTIONS Details

nps.gov/jotr/parknews/dam_v…

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 seven feet up and right of Sophia D at the next crack. This crack has a circle on its right side about seven feet off the ground.

Climb the crack to a ledge then go up another crack to another ledge. Either move left and finish up a left-facing corner to a communal anchor (90 feet) or move right into the easy gully and scramble to the top.

Location

Start seven feet up and right of Sophia D at the next crack. This crack has a circle on its right side about seven feet off the ground.

Protection

Carry gear to a blue Camalot.

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Right side of the black face.