Ascent Notes for: Deception - 5.6 popular Average Rating : 3.78/5

Guide for a day with Ellen.

A good beginner route that is safe and well protected.

I have done this route on nothing but a set of nuts. Cams are nice but it is doable with nuts/hexs alone.

Nice belay ledges, super easy first pitch

Partner Petch loversleap guide

Fun and easy. Cross to the right near the top for a little 5.9 one-move challenge. Definitely check the flakes for stability. Dried lichen or something also makes smearing a little sketchy in some spots.

Lots of wind so I split the last pitch. Easy to get off route.

Fun easy lead. The first ~50 feet or so are like 4th class - I just ran up it before getting yelled at to place some protection. Lots of options for belay points, protects fairly well, though there are a few flakes that are hollow - just look and knock first.

Cool moves. First multi-pitch lead. Very fun to run out before the short traverse across.

first leap climb