"Pet Sully For Peace demands sharp technique on a vertical alpine wall above Tulip Falls. This 90-foot, 5.12a sport climb combines a steady sequence of technical moves with solid bolts and breathtaking surroundings in British Columbia’s rugged Kootenays West."
Pet Sully For Peace offers a sharp alpine sport climb that challenges your technical edge on the vertical face above Tulip Falls. This 90-foot route carves a direct line packed with bolts, demanding precise footwork and measured strength to navigate its steady 5.12a difficulty. From the moment you step onto the rock, the route insists on focus: the bolts guide you through a series of tight, sequential crux moves that push the limits of balance and finger strength. The rock itself is solid and clean, giving confident runners plenty of trust in the protection, though the vertical wall offers little room for hesitation.
Surrounding Tulip Falls, the air hums with the rushing water daring you to rise above it, its mist occasionally brushing your face with cold, fresh energy. The climb shares anchors with the adjacent Choices route, giving a practical finish point that simplifies the descent. For climbers familiar with the region, Pet Sully For Peace blends alpine exposure with the crisp challenge of sport climbing bolts, making it an excellent test piece after a warm-up elsewhere on the wall.
The approach from Castlegar is straightforward but involves traversing forest trails that soften the wilderness edges before the dramatic rock face emerges. Put on reliable shoes with sticky rubber, bring enough water and chalk to keep your grip fresh, and aim for morning ascents when the sun angles off the wall just right, avoiding midday’s glaring heat. The surrounding Kootenays West area rewards with views of rugged peaks and dense forest, grounding the climb in the vastness of British Columbia’s backcountry.
With just two votes rating this climb, it remains a less crowded option for those seeking a focused challenge. The bolts offer solid protection, but the grade demands respect: the cruxes require precision rather than pure power, perfect for climbers who enjoy solving body position puzzles at height. The shared anchors with Choices make it easy to link or combine routes for a longer alpine sport climbing session. Prepare yourself mentally for the sustained push, and be ready to savor the calm rush of the waterfall below as you ascend.
Pet Sully For Peace represents a potent blend of technical sport climbing and alpine spirit, where every move counts and nature’s raw elements remain an active partner in your ascent.
Although the bolts are solid and plentiful, the vertical wall offers little protection between clips—maintain control on crux moves. The approach trail can be slippery after rain, so proceed cautiously, especially with heavier packs.
Start early to avoid the midday sun heating the rock surface.
Wear sticky rubber shoes for optimal grip on clean, vertical limestone.
Carry enough chalk to maintain finger dryness during sustained technical moves.
Use the shared anchors with Choices for an efficient rappel or as a top-out option.
Bolted protection along the entire pitch provides consistent security, easing worries about gear placements while focusing your energy on precise movement through the cruxy sections.
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