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The Rectory

Rectory, The is a California climbing area with 3 routes.

3 routes
5.6 – 5.11b
Alpine

Is Rectory, The open right now?

Closure in the area

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

The Rectory is a climbing area in the Kern River Ranger District of Sequoia National Forest in California, managed by the Forest Service. It sits among a cluster of climbing spots, with the Rectory - East Face just 0.1 mile away and Church Domes about 0.7 mile off. The area has three alpine-style routes, all rated between 5.6 and 5.11b on the YDS scale. Church's Fried Chicken Heads and The Bible Belt are both 5.6, and Pope On a Rope is the hardest at 5.11b. Nearby, the Cabin Spur Trail and Manter Creek hikes are both within about 2.3 miles. For an overnight stay, Long Valley Campground is about 6.2 miles away.

Routes (3)

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