Located on the very southern edge of the Organ mountain range, this is a primarily bouldering use area. The rock out here is encased volcanic tuft and holds can be very brittle. One must do some searching to find feasible routes unless your particular forte is climbing choss. This is not to say the whole area is treacherous, there are some really fine climbs out here. I am currently working on an aid route on "The Smile" in preparation for a trad route. |
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Pena Blanca
| Some info on this route First pitch: Using 1" angles small hexes and small tricams gain the edge of a small flake that will appear to your right. Set good pro before mantling up onto the top of the ledge. The pin/tricam anchor that I've left there is for hauling only/don't use it to rap. To be continued..... |
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The Smile
| GPS COORDINATES Entry Road off exit 151 Parking/Camping Area |
| Note* This area is managed by BLM and is a WSA and archaeology site. Local climbing ethics are very restrictive, ie no chipping, motorized drill etc. I would also recommend for asthetic purposes that any anchors be discreet and out of plain view. Be Creative!! |
Area Overview from Parking