Many climbers are surprised to learn that Minnesota and Wisconsin host some of the best rock climbing in the country. This updated and revised edition of Rock Climbing Minnesota and Wisconsin describesÿalmost 1,000ÿroutes at 13 major areas, offering a lifetime of cragging entertainment for beginners and experts alike. Experience the distinctive sea-cliff atmosphere of climbing along the North Shore of Lake Superior; cling to solid basalt routes at Devil's Lake and Blue Mounds State Park; revel in the Northwoods environment of Mystical Mountain and Carlton Peak; or push your limits on steep sport routes at Barn Bluff and Willow River. Maps, color topos, and stunning action photosÿaccompany clearly written descriptions of the routes to make Rock Climbing Minnesota and Wisconsin an indispensable component on your next Midwestern climbing adventure.
| Preface to the Second Edition | p. ix |
| Preface to the First Edition | p. xi |
| Introduction | p. xiii |
| Access | p. xiii |
| Safety | p. xvi |
| To Indoor Climbers | p. xix |
| Style and Ethics | p. xx |
| Ratings | p. xxii |
| First Ascent Information | p. xxii |
| The Geology of Midwestern Rock Climbing Areas | p. xxiii |
| Map Legend | p. xxx |
| Blue Mounds | p. 1 |
| Devil's Lake | p. 35 |
| Red Wing | p. 61 |
| Willow River | p. 83 |
| Taylors Falls | p. 90 |
| Sandstone | p. 120 |
| The North Shore | p. 128 |
| Elys Peak | p. 133 |
| Palisade Head | p. 138 |
| Shovel Point | p. 163 |
| The Mystical Mountain Zone | p. 170 |
| The Sawmill Creek Crags | p. 179 |
| Carlton Peak | p. 188 |
| Index | p. 195 |
| About the Author | p. 209 |
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ISBN: 9780762773466
ISBN-10: 0762773464
Series: Falcon Guides Where to Climb
Audience:
General
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 208
Published: 5th June 2012
Dimensions (cm): 22.9 x 14.7
x 1.5
Weight (kg): 0.499