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El Topo

CLOSED: Closed until further notice. Please do not climb here.
Updated 1 December 2025, by JP.

Whanganui Bay is now closed to climbers. Access dates for 2026 are to be confirmed. To register and for access conditions visit https://whanganuibay.acat.org.nz/.

Grade
28
Length
25m
4
Quality
3
First ascent
Roland Foster, 1984
Located on
El Topo Wall
Topo ref
51
  • P1
  • 28
  • 25m
  • 4

You are now in the presence of greatness! This route was one of the first 28s around these parts and remains one of the very best routes in New Zealand. Head straight up the sheer face from the ramp, climbing the beautiful pocket sequence and ignoring the run-outs.

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Attribution
Rock Deluxe North
UUID
 
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