Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Rooster Rock is a well-known 180-foot pillar of Columbia River basalt located below the cliffs of Crown Point at the western end of Rooster Rock State Park. The rock was an ancient Indian place of worship and was originally called Woutoulat. This is probably the rock mentioned by Lewis & Clark as their camping place on November 2, 1805. According to Oregon Geographic Names, the modern name is of phallic significance.
Activity Notes
This is a fun one day climb of a classic gorge climb. This prospectus will be updated soon so please check back for more details.
Expect to be prusiking up most sections so review 'how to tie a prusik" if its been awhile.
Gear:
Lisa and Duncan will provide the 3 ropes needed, trad gear, cleaning tool and a team first aid kit . Please bring any personal first aid items you like to have. Please bring all gear listed on the climber gear list in the prospectus. No one will be allowed to climb without a helmet/harness/prusiks/personal protection leash and the other items on the list.
Please bring a whistle.
Footware:
The climb can be done in approach shoes but will be more enjoyable with rock shoes and they are strongly encouraged. No open toed shoes, no sandals.
Climbers will want to bring water and snacks that can be eaten easily during the climb. Please let us know if you have and medical issues, allergies or carry an epi-pen. This can be discussed privately.
The summit can be windy sometimes so a wind shell is recommended for warmth.
Please apply sunscreen before the climb and wear clothing to protect yourself from sun, wind, poison oak. Alligators have never been seen on this climb so no guns will be allowed.
| Other Information | |
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| Driving Distance from Portland | 25 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 0 hours |
| General Route Info | summitpost: https://www.summitpost.org/rooster-rock-columbia-gorge/151864 |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in one day |
| Relevant Maps | Google map https://goo.gl/maps/VNw2Q6omxRv |
