Backbone Boulders

Shady Valley, Virginia

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Conditions: Blocked

for climbing area, today

An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

2 factors · 2 sources

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  • problem: Agency alerts

    10 active alerts in Cherokee National Forest; most severe: Campsite limitations

    USFSPosted Oct 21 · checked 12 h ago

  • clear: Weather

    Clouds, high 72°F / low 52°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for climbing area

    OpenWeather12 h ago

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15 routes
5.5 – 5.10a
Top Rope · Bouldering · Trad

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About this crag

Backbone Boulders is a climbing area in Virginia with 15 routes spanning 12 distinct difficulty grades. The crag offers bouldering pads, sport, top-rope, and trad climbing options.

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