Routes : North America : United States : Idaho : Twin Falls : City of Rocks National Reserve : Jackson's Thumb : Theater of Shadows
Theater of Shadows - 5.7
Average Rating : 4.12 out of 5
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This is a 4 pitch climb that is very well protected. If you are new to multi pitch routes this one is great to learn on. It's easy and fun and provides great views. Can be rapped with one rope (two raps). [EDIT BY boulder_rich]: 1st pitch - 15 bolts; 2nd pitch - 15 bolts; 3rd pitch - 9 bolts; 4th pitch - 8 bolts. The rap anchors are to climbers right of the anchors for the 4th pitch. Bring an extra rope for the rap since it is a full 50 meters. (and part of it is free ^_^)Descent Options:
[Edit by nate2006]It is much faster to rappel this route with 2 ropes but it can totally be done with 1 60 meter rope now. After the free rap you will be on a ledge and to your right will be the second set of rap chains. 6/28/2009
Submitted by: boulder_rich on 2006-09-25
Last Modified: 2009-09-21
Views: 1018
Route ID: 70968
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| Difficulty | 5.7 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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sweet nice mellow climb
Led P1 and P3, Jean lead P2 and P4. Super lots of bolts.
Added: 2012-10-09
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| Difficulty | 5.7 |
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easy multi pitch
nice, easy route...really busy when we were there. Fun free rappel off the side to walk off
Added: 2012-05-29
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| Difficulty | 5.7 |
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super nice easy 4 pitch climb
the first pitch is the hardest but nothing to worry about but bring nice shoes that you can spend some time in. really nice view on the top :) lots of bolts but get there early, we where the fist on pitch and about 12 people showed up. the hike down is a bit weird but all is good
Added: 2010-09-12
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| Difficulty | 5.7 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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well protected and fun
4 long pitches... a great starter route for new multi-pitch leads, but super fun even for old hands.
1st pitch is the crux pitch (5.7), but very straight forward... there is never a place where you have to make a sketchy move. 2nd pitch significantly easier (5.5). The 3rd pitch (5.6)gets a bit exposed as you traverse over to the right of the spine, so this would be the crux pitch for those scared of heights. The final pitch is short and sweet (5.4).
The entire route could be free-ed by experienced climbers (but for safety reasons, I'd recommend it only if you consistently lead 5.10+).
Fantastically well protected, one of the better thought out routes I've seen. Bring lots of draws, although bolt skipping is possible... since bolt placement can be as close as 3 feet.
Don't let the approach dissuade you. It's long for COR, but no harder than any other good multi-pitch in Red Rocks, Taquitz or the Sierras. Probably one of my favorite multi-pitch climbs, ever... it's quick and easy with phenomemal views. We did it without breakfast or water (not recommended, but just to give you an idea of how easy it is).
Allot 3.5 hours, minimum, for total trip from the car if no wait. 0.75 hour approach, 1.25 hours climb, 1.5 hours decent and return hike.
1st pitch is the crux pitch (5.7), but very straight forward... there is never a place where you have to make a sketchy move. 2nd pitch significantly easier (5.5). The 3rd pitch (5.6)gets a bit exposed as you traverse over to the right of the spine, so this would be the crux pitch for those scared of heights. The final pitch is short and sweet (5.4).
The entire route could be free-ed by experienced climbers (but for safety reasons, I'd recommend it only if you consistently lead 5.10+).
Fantastically well protected, one of the better thought out routes I've seen. Bring lots of draws, although bolt skipping is possible... since bolt placement can be as close as 3 feet.
Don't let the approach dissuade you. It's long for COR, but no harder than any other good multi-pitch in Red Rocks, Taquitz or the Sierras. Probably one of my favorite multi-pitch climbs, ever... it's quick and easy with phenomemal views. We did it without breakfast or water (not recommended, but just to give you an idea of how easy it is).
Allot 3.5 hours, minimum, for total trip from the car if no wait. 0.75 hour approach, 1.25 hours climb, 1.5 hours decent and return hike.
Added: 2010-09-03
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| Difficulty | 5.5 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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bleh
it was okay. there are only two moves in the whole climb that you would even worry about bolting. did the second and fourth pitches free solo. go early so you dont have to wait. the hike down isnt very fun.
Added: 2010-08-09
