The distinct left-hand aréte a short distance downstream from the Ocean Wall. Steep lower wall, mostly excellent hard rock with some bands of loose/weak rock. Named for several large Nikau palms which shade the base of the cliff. Helmets strongly recommended.
Map
Track up to the crag is flagged and cut from the right hand end of the swampy area below the Ocean Wall.
Routes
| Reference | Title | Grade | Length | Pro | Quality | Alert | Operations |
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| 1 | 1Elbow Sheep, 20 | 20 | 20m | 7 |
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This route tends left through the overhanging lower section, around the corner and up the left side of the aréte. Look out for sneaky bolts. Bolted by Neil Silverwood. |
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| 2 | 2Set Menu, Eh?, 22 | 22 | 22m | 8 |
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Shares first bolt with Elbow Sheep, then heads right up the steeper part of the face. Meanders a little, especially above the bulge where the rock deteriorates. DBA. |
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| Optical Illusion, 23 | 23 | 20m | 8 |
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Clip the first bolt then step off the ledge onto the climb. Make a few tricky
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