California · Rock climbing · Springville

Magic Flute

Near the lower end of the grade range at Merlin Dome within The Needles.

5.8
grade
Trad Gear
style

Is Magic Flute open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Magic Flute, 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.

One of eleven routes catalogued at The Needles, this climb sits near the lower end of the grade spectrum at Merlin Dome, where ascents range from 5.7 to 5.13b.

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Big Willi Mountaineering Company

Rock Climbing business nearby (~41 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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