Two Stone Wipe sits quietly between the Chemical Warfare and The Crockostimpy routes on Santa Barbara’s Toxic Waste Wall, offering a practical yet engaging climb for those looking to start easy and build into moderate difficulty. At 45 feet, this single-pitch sport climb invites you to tackle straightforward 5.6 and 5.7 moves at the base, where grainy holds form a pod that challenges both footwork and balance. As you reach upward to the diagonal crack and flake that crown this route, the final crux — a thin but deliberate 5.9- move — demands focus and finesse, rewarding careful body positioning and steady breathing.

The route’s face to the left of the pod presents an alternative challenge: a thin crimpy sequence that nudges the difficulty to 10c for those seeking a sharper edge. By contrast, threading the crack line fully on the left softens the grade to an accessible 5.7, perfect for testing gear placements and maintaining controlled movement. Protection relies mostly on four bolts spaced farther apart between the second and third anchors, so cautious climbers will find comfort in placing an orange TCU midway and a #1 Camalot tucked carefully in the upper flake crack.

This climb serves both as an approachable warm-up and a practice ground for managing runouts and delicate moves, set in an area where exposure is balanced by the familiarity of rock texture and reliable anchors. The chain rappel station perched to the left offers a clean and quick descent, meaning you can safely retreat and regroup before heading out to more demanding climbs.

Timing your ascent here is best in mild weather; the wall’s orientation catches enough sun to keep the rock dry but offers shade during the afternoon, keeping conditions pleasant through spring and fall. The approach is short and involves a brief hike from the established trailhead in the Gibraltar Area of Santa Barbara’s Central Coast, with stable footing on a rocky path and clear signage guiding the way. Remember to bring climbing shoes with good edging capability for the thin crimps and a full rack including small cams and locking draws to navigate the runouts smoothly.

Overall, Two Stone Wipe is a route that invites steady progress and calm confidence. It’s well suited for climbers who want to warm up on technical face holds while practicing piece-by-piece protection placements, all within striking distance of some of the Central Coast’s more intimidating sport climbs. The climb’s measured challenge and accessible length make it an ideal addition to any day of mixed-level climbing in the region, allowing paddlers to transition between adventures with a manageable but satisfying climbing fix.