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OPEN: Access is subject to conditions.
Updated 22 December 2024, by Richard Thomson.

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CLOSED: Temporary closure
Updated 15 February 2026, by ezstewart.

CLOSED for a month from Feb 14 to allow time to recover from slips and flooding after heavy rain this weekend. Please do not visit until reopened.

Grade
18
Length
25m
8
Quality
3
First ascent
Dave Garrity, Bryce Martin 6-4-91
Located on
Chunderosa Buttress
  • P1
  • 18
  • 25m
  • 8

Amazing that such a steep climb goes at grade 18, but the grade is bona fide, 8 bolts that pop up just where you need them. A DBC belay just below the very exposed finish, gives those who don’t feel like doing the crux move with its slung bollard for pro, a chance to bail. DBC belay.

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