An outdoor gym
Chuckawalla wall was named for the two resident Chuckwalla lizards that occupied a crack along the approach to the top of the wall. In the early 1990’s, route developers would pass by these original tenants while rigging ropes off of the drilled rebar post that served as an anchor for the sport rappelling crowd. Chuckawalla Wall has long served as our local outdoor gym due to its proximity to town, short approach, and density of finger friendly routes that are steep, and just barely long enough to produce the training effect that the few motivated local climbers seek. Other users are drawn to the easier right side routes that offer deep and positive huecos, and a slightly lower angle appropriate for climbers newer to the sport or warm ups for the harder routes. Perhaps the greatest aspect of Chuckawalla wall is its aspect. Facing to the south/southwest, the summer morning shade permits climbing until nearly noon, while the afternoon winter sun often results in shirtless temperatures, and attracts Canadians by the busload, who can be identified by nearly florescent skin while wearing tookes.
Rock type: Kayenta Sandstone
# of routes: 35
Grades: 5.9 to 5.13 Most: 5.11/12
Sport 100% Trad 0%
Height: 50-60 feet
40 meter rope works for 100% of routes
Approach: 1 min.
Hike in to base of cliff
Kid Friendly: yes
Dog Friendly: yes but keep on leash
Winter: Afternoon sun after 12PM
Summer: morning shade to 11AM
Second coming 5.12a at Chuckawalla wall
Best Routes:
- Second Coming 5.12a
- Pilgramage 5.12a
- As The Crows Fly 5.11b
- Garden of Eden 5.10d
- Tombstone Bullets 5.10b
- Apostasy 5.10a