matts323 Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 A friend recently told me that she was taken to a sport-climbing crag near Rocky Reach Dam, just north of Wenatchee. She didn't recall exactly how to get there, though. I searched online and asked at Leavenworth Mountain Sports, where the (very helpful!) staff offered directions to bouldering in that area, but didn't know how to find this mystery crag. Anyone know how to get there, and/or any more details about it? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 It is across the street from the gas station/jet-ski rental place, about 10 minutes north of E. Wen. Â You aren't missing a lot if you never find it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete_H Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 You're better off to just keep driving N on 97 and check out climbing around Omak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matts323 Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 Thanks - I just have family in Wenatchee, so the allure of cragging/bouldering within 10-15 minutes of home is pretty strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obwan Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Head west on HWY 2 about 20-30 minutes to Peshastin Pinnacles, or Icicle Creek in Leavenworth for good cragging/bouldering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainman Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 So I'm a little surprised about the responses regarding Rocky Reach. As one of the developers I think it's a really nice crag with a lot to offer. It is not as big as Vantage nor is it the best crag you've ever been to. But I think it is a nice alternative to other areas on the east side. There are currently 17 estabilshed, mixed trad and sport routes, from 5.7 to 5.12, all on good rock with easy access. Please park in Lincoln Head State Park (fee or Discovery pass required) and walk across the highway to access the crag.(approx. 15 min.) Please respect the orchard and don't walk through it. There is no guide at present but the routes are easy to see. Pick one that looks good and go for it. A liitle adventure always makes it more fun! Keep in mind that not too many people know about this so if your the only party there don't worry about it. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olyclimber Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Wow...a sport climbing crag endorsed by Sir Rainman! Â Â Â Â Â Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson.g Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Surprised? It is not raindawg it is rainman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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olyclimber Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Thank you for paying attention. Its better than I have done. Carry on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
telemarker Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 (edited) So how many people are needed to crag here? Porter, I think we may ned a climbing manual for this area too. (Just kidding Ed) Â I assume this is the crag: Â I always assumed this jumble of rocks was off limits due to being right on top of a small orchard. Edited May 23, 2012 by telemarker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainman Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 That's the crag! The crag is on DNR land with an easement for the PUD powerlines. You have to cross leased land by the orchard owner. He's ok with climbing there, just be descrete and don't walk in the orchard in crossing over to the crag and don't park in his driverway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
telemarker Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Cool! Thanks. And what's that chimney go at on the far right there? I've always looked at that thing driving by. Â Also, while we're on the subject of Wenatchee area climbing, have you ever climbed that splitter crack on Stayman Flats Road just south of the tunnel on 97A? Is that accessible to the public too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Cool! Also, while we're on the subject of Wenatchee area climbing, have you ever climbed that splitter crack on Stayman Flats Road just south of the tunnel on 97A? Is that accessible to the public too? Â I've tried this guy several times. I chatted him up in person several times, and each time he was very nice, but resolute about climbing: no go. He seemed very concerned about liability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
telemarker Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Too bad. That thing just needs to be climbed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obwan Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Keep in mind that not too many people know about this so if your the only party there don't worry about it. Enjoy! Ah-hah! The last secret is out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matts323 Posted May 30, 2012 Author Share Posted May 30, 2012 Thanks, Rainman et al. - I drove a delivery truck up and down 97 after college, and counted a lot of worthy crags. It's great that some are being developed...and I'll plunk down change for the 1st-edition guidebook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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