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Church Domes

Church Domes in California has 3 climbing routes with alpine no fixed protection.

3 routes
5.10a/b – 5.12a/b
Alpine

Is Church Domes open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Church Domes, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Sequoia National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Church Domes is a climbing area in California's Sequoia National Forest, within the Kern River Ranger District. The Forest Service manages the land, and the area sits among several other climbing and hiking destinations in the district. Three alpine routes make up the climbing here, with grades ranging from 5.10a/b to 5.12a/b. The Thornbirds is the easiest, at 5.10a/b, Liquid Jesus sits in the middle at 5.11c, and The Sinner is the most challenging, at 5.12a/b. All are alpine-style climbs. The Rectory and Rectory - East Face are both about 0.7 miles away, and Big Meadow and the Cabin Spur Trail are each about 2.1 miles off. For camping, Horse Meadow Campground and Long Valley Campground are roughly 6.6 miles away.

Routes (3)

Temple of Doom(1)

The Sinner5.12a/b

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