OPEN: Access is subject to conditions.Updated 25 May 2026, by JP.
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El Topo
OPEN: Access is subject to conditions.Grade
28
Length
25m
4
Quality
First ascent
Roland Foster, 1984
Located on
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.
Comments
Attribution
Rock Deluxe North
UUID
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