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Red River Gorge (Roadside Crag)

Interesting rock climbing area for routes up to 5c, from 6a to 6c and from 7a to 7c (french grades).
Best time(s) :
  • January
  • February
  • March
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  • Nov.
  • Dec.
Aspect(s) : SW     Altitude : 350 m
Approach 10 min up hill.    Kids friendly ? foot of the crag uneven for young kids.

Informations :

Between 25 and 50 routes, from 5.3 to 5.13a , spread over many crags   Bolting : traditionnal climbing, sport climbing
Max Height : 40 m.
Rock : sandstone.    Characteristic(s) : vertical Vertical, steep wall Dévers.    Type(s) of holds : jugs, pockets / holes, crimps, slopers.
Further information(s) : Stick-clip needed for the first bolt of many routes.
Closed 4 years long from 2011 to 2015. Today you must purchase a permit to climb here at:
http://grainingfork.org/newpermit/

Locations :

Area : United States, Kentucky, Wolfe County, Lexington, Stanton, Slade.
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  Rock climbing area GPS Coordinates :   Latitude :   37° 43' 53" N Longitude :   83° 39' 24" W    Sexagesimal & Orientation
  Parking lot GPS Coordinates :   Latitude :   37° 43' 59" N Longitude :   83° 39' 32" W    Sexagesimal & Orientation
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Area added by CA
Paper Guide Books :


Red River Gorge South