Much like climbing a bedsheet ladder, the hardest part is getting on the thing. Newer, varied route on North Castle with an immediate bulge crux. After pulling the first move, transition to chossy face climbing which leads into a fun arête sequence. Finishes on a bumpy face with open cold shut anchors shared with Rapunzel's Hair. The rock here is still fairly loose and potentially hazardous to anyone below. 

Bedsheet Ladder

Rapunzel's Hair

A nice tall climb with an epic view of the lake! This route predates the 2015 development project but the hardware is modern. It's originally rated at 5.7, and although the start feels quite moderate, a transition from juggier holds to a bumpy but polished face climb crux could feel like a 5.9. Still moderate, but heady for a "5.7" lead compared to other 5.7 routes in this area. Good holds, fun moves, variety in the terrain. Lower off.

Isolated from most of the climbing at Castle Rock, Rapunzel's Hair 5.7 feels more like a 5.9, is private, and only a stone's throw from a summit vista. The view at the top of Rapunzel faces West toward the lake and is breathtaking.

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Routes in North Castle