Bust It Out carves a distinctive route across the granite faces of Doda Dome, situated within the expansive wilderness of Yosemite’s Tuolumne Meadows. This three-pitch trad climb offers a balanced blend of slabs, cracks, and technical moves offering a test in both finesse and strategy. Beginning with a low-angled slab dotted with protective gear on the right, this climb unfolds with steady, thoughtful progress that tests your slab climbing and gear placement skills early on. The granite here is solid, but expect patches of moss that add a layer of grip challenge especially on the upper hand jams.

The crux sits just past the initial slab—maneuvering into a thin crack carved into the pristine white rock, barely wider than your hand. This segment demands precise fingers and confident movement, rewarding climbers who steady their nerves and commit to the subtle adjustments required. From this point, the route shifts into a sequence of awkward but manageable moves to bypass a small cave feature and reach the moss-laden jams. These jams, while hand-sized and providing decent holds, require patience and deliberate body positioning.

Anchors are found both at a ledge midpoint after the first pitch and above the roof on the final pitch, allowing for secure belays and a moment to assess conditions. The full route spans roughly 300 feet in length and offers a sustained 5.10a difficulty that feels challenging but fair, blending slab technique with crack climbing and alpine exposure. Yosemite’s high-altitude air and open outlook at Tuolumne Meadows keep the spirit crisp—cool mornings and late afternoon shadows play across the granite, making timing essential for comfortable climbing conditions.

Approach is straightforward but requires attentiveness to details: a well-worn trail cuts through open meadows and gentle forest before hitting the dome’s granite base. Expect about 20 to 30 minutes from the trailhead near parking areas, with GPS coordinates placing you in the heart of one of California’s most celebrated alpine climbing regions. Standard rack suffices here; cams and nuts in a range fitting hand and finger cracks will protect all pitches efficiently.

Bust It Out is a perfect climb for those looking to sharpen their alpine trad skills without committing to a full big-wall push. The climb's setting within Yosemite’s celebrated landscape offers expansive views and enough solitude to let the natural surroundings breathe as much as your muscles during the push upward. For climbers eyeing this route, alpine awareness, clear weather windows, and solid crack technique will make the difference between a demanding day and a memorable ascent.