Climbing Routes

The Bastille Crack

Eldorado Canyon State Park, http://www.mountainproject.com/v/colorado/boulder/eldorado_canyon_sp/105748490

An obvious and alluring crack climb on The Bastille.

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Highlights

One of the most prominent and popular moderate rock climbs in all of Eldorado Canyon.

Type Multi-pitch sandstone crack climb.
Difficulty 5.8
Protection Excellent natural protection
Exposure Decent; straight down to the road!
Rock Quality Excellent, if a little slick due to popularity and many years of traffic.
Length Of Rope 60 m
Average Climb Time Two hours car to car for a competent party.
Scenery Terrific views of the Red Garden Wall and The Wind Tower
Access

Eldorado State Park requires an entrance fee and some routes are subject to wildlife closure.

Keywords

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