AOK Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 I recently went out to Rocky Butte during a string of nice days and was able to climb the bouldering area and a few decent top-roping routes as well. I was curious to know some other areas that might be dry and climbable during the remainder of this winter. I've heard rumors The Gorge has some awesome winter destinations still climbable this time of year but any additional information would be rad! Thanks in advance. Please list detailed directions to crags in your response or PM as I would really love getting an early start on this season! Peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhux Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Smith is pretty reliable, a lot better than rocky butte or is that too far? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcg Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Not sure about sport, but these two for single-pitch trad in the Gorge: 45 min. to PDX: The Far Side is drier (and quieter!) than Rocky Butte. Has bolted anchors or convenient trees for TR. 2 hrs. from PDX: Horsethief Butte is often in the sun when PDX is wet. Can be windy though. Good TR area, but you will need trad gear to build anchors - no bolts allowed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 there's pretty much always something dry to be found at ozone and broughtons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaidman Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 (edited) PM sent Edited March 14, 2012 by Plaidman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevbone Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Broughtons is the place for a guaranteed day of climbing in the rain. The Red Wall boasts several climbs that can be climbed in a downpour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 nothing can be drier in a howling hurricane as "siege tactics" on the n side of beacon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaidman Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 That's a good one. I was there with the rain pouring and didn't even get a little bit wet. Wild spot on a rainy day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AOK Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 (edited) Thanks for the response. Stoked for some freakin' sunshine I tell ya! Getting cabin fever climbing at the gym right now and my friends can be pussies when I urge them to start climbing outside. pfffft! I think Smith is a bit too far unless someone is willing to carpool. I do not drive but have money to throw down and plenty of gear to camp comfortably and climb for days. Let me know eh?! As for the local spots in and around the Portland Metro area-thank you! I have climbed all of them besides Ozone and Beacon (No trad yet for me), but have heard wonderful things and have appreciated climbing at all of them. I'll try making it out soon! *crosses fingers for decent weather... Thank again climbers! Stay safe! Peace. *message edited after viewing plaidmans PM. Thanks man! Looking forward to this little secret for sure! ;^) Edited March 14, 2012 by AOK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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