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Bad Lizards at Rat Rock challenges climbers with an 80-foot trad pitch combining slab and crack. Located in Joshua Tree National Park, it offers a distinctive desert climb with bolted security and a careful downclimb finish.
Bacon Taco is a sharp, three-bolt sport climb on the Southeast face of Gunsmoke Wall. This 40-foot pitch presents a mix of technical moves under roofs and a crux that demands focus, making it a standout challenge in the Central Pinnacles near Big Bear Lake.
Backstreet’s Back at Frenchman Lake challenges trad climbers with a tight, semi-awkward crack that demands precise gear placement and steady movement. This isolated single-pitch offers a gritty, rewarding test of endurance and technique on solid northeast-facing stone.
Babble On features a bold trad pitch with a commanding crack running up a left-facing corner, punctuated by a challenging roof that tests lieback skills. Perfect for climbers seeking a hands-on trad experience with solid protection in Yosemite’s Lower Merced River Canyon.
BaaBylon challenges you with sustained, juggy face climbing on Scheelite Crags’ PSOM Slab. This short but technical 5.10a pitch demands steady focus and precise footwork, making it a dependable choice for climbers craving quality moves in the Bishop high desert.
B-Line offers climbers 90 feet of thoughtful, pocket-rich sport climbing on Echo Cliffs’ Left Flank. With a challenging start, easier middle, and a demanding finish, this route is perfect for those who balance focus with fluidity under Southern California's shifting light.
A crisp 50-foot slab climb on Joshua Tree’s Negropolis Hillside, B for Beers offers a technical crux amid sound rock and panoramic desert views. This well-bolted sport route invites climbers seeking a concentrated test of footwork and balance in a remote, sun-drenched setting.
Axe of Dog offers a compact, technically varied trad climb on the South Face of Echo Cove. Close to parking and well-protected, its mix of liebacks, face moves, and a classic crack makes it a worthwhile test for climbers seeking focused technical climbing in Joshua Tree.
Awesome Betty is a focused 60-foot trad climb at Joshua Tree’s Center Crag, featuring a protected crux secured by one bolt and ample opportunities for light gear placements. An ideal route for climbers seeking solid technical moves amidst the desert’s stark landscape.
Avalauncher offers a focused slab climb at Guntower Wall south of Lake Tahoe, blending delicate footwork with reach-dependent clips. This 5.10a sport route challenges climbers with subtle technical moves and intricate protection in a striking alpine setting.
Australian for Beer challenges climbers with a technical 5.10a face climb on Stirrup Rock’s north side. Its delicate holds and clean bolts make it a focused test of precision in the heart of Joshua Tree’s desert landscape.
Atlas Shrugged offers a concentrated burst of vertical movement on small pockets and edges, demanding precision and confidence on its slabby face. With sparse protection and a dramatic break mid-route, this 65-foot climb tests your technique and mental composure against a striking Wine Country backdrop.