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Lawson
Peak
Warning :
(fall 2006) Some
of the bolts at Lawson Peak may not be safe. There was a recent
report of one bolt breaking off in a climbers hand as he tried
to clip the hanger. Many of these bolts are old 5/16 buttonhead
bolts.
that said . . . . .
Lawson Peak is a geat San Diego back country experience. Lots
of boulders and slabs. Lots of brush, not many trees. Great view
from the top. Even if you have 4 wheel drive, the 2 mile dirt
road to the top may require hiking. Might be best to park where
the pavement ends. This backcountry spot can be quite warm in
the summer.
Access Issue : None known
How to get there
: Take I-8 east, well past Alpine,
to the Descanso Hwy 79 exit. After exiting I-8, drive south on
Japatul Rd about 6 miles to Lyons Valley Rd. Follow Lyons Valley
Rd 4.5 miles and park at the Mile 13 marker. From here, hike
the dirt road 2 miles up hill to a saddle, then continue uphill
to the rocks and the summit.
Types of Climbing
: Runnout bolt leads (note the bad bolt warning above), Toprope, Bouldering
Number of Routes
: Several, 10 to 15 ?
Ratings :
5.7 to 5.11+
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Recommended Guide : |
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San Diego County Climbing Guide
by Dave Kennedy |
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