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/.
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/.
A route with all the pomp and grandeur of a Wagner opera. This unmissable splitter crack is one of the best lines at the Bay and worth a go if you are prepared to put in a little effort. Yes, the first half dozen holds are chipped, and wet, but it remains a classic line.