Follower's Folly stakes its claim on the rugged VD Wall, calling climbers into the high desert’s sun-baked sandstone. The route offers three pitches weaving a path from the broad ramp beneath a cavernous recess to the wall’s highest point. The first pitch draws you up using thin edges and delicate smears, threading carefully past six bolts—one notably missing a hanger, demanding creativity in clipping. This initial section sets the tone, combining technical restraint with flowing movement as you traverse the ramp leaning slightly left, then pushing upward toward a pronounced left-tilting flake that provides a welcome handhold en route to the belay ledge anchored by chains. The sandstone beneath your fingers is firm yet variable, offering a tactile challenge that rewards focused precision.

Above this, pitch two leads straight up a clean headwall framed by three bolts and smooth rock, providing a chance for natural gear placements on a small ledge should you prefer to supplement the protection. Here, the sandstone feels cleaner and more sculpted, presenting moderate moves that don't overwhelm but require steady attention.

The final stretch is a more exposed scramble up the unprotected face, where the natural features rise in gentle waves, and the rock subtly undulates beneath the climber’s touch. Without fixed gear, this pitch tests your comfort on sandstone cracks and the ability to place reliable protection as you gain the summit of VD Wall. The finish pitches left and up through a crack system where gear anchors await.

Despite its allure, this climb demands respect — the upper pitches offer sparse protection and the descent is uncertain enough to recommend rappelling off after the first pitch unless you’re highly familiar with the area. The route sits in a remote, sun-drenched pocket of California’s high desert, where heat and exposure shape the experience as much as the stone itself. Allow for early starts, sturdy footwear, and ample hydration. This line strikes a balance between playful adventure and a cautious approach, ideal for climbers looking to explore classic sandstone in an unvarnished, raw setting.