Beginnings

Like "the Ladder" at Gibraltar, this is not the most flattering name. Yet, it's an outstanding route--steep and sustained, absolutely wild considering the modest grade.

Walk off left down the class 4 gully or right down a trail and easy slabs.

Pro .5" to 3"

The pro is much trickier to place than nearby routes like Pipe Cleaner and the first pitch of Ending Crack. Thus, its not an ideal beginner's lead.

Medium gear and sling around a large boulder form the anchor on top. Long anchor cord needed to top-rope.