Chopping Block

The crux is just prior to first gear (10 feet) and near the pitons at the top. It is a fun trad route, but beware of the large, rectangular block 30 feet up.

WARNING - Do not pull on or step on this block. If it comes out, it will kill someone**.

The rock is solid for the most part. Fun.

Park at the friendship 7 pullout (1.3 miles west of the beigh tube). Walk west to the climb ironjohn. 15 feet left of

ironjohn

is a gully. Traverse up a faint trail on the right side of the gully 50-60 yards to the base of the climb. Look for the large loose block and the pitons near the top.

Cams to 2 1/2 inches and two knifeblade pitons for the last 20 feet. (The pitons are fixed in place). The two bolt anchor is on the back side of the top and requires a long sling.