California · Rock climbing · Inyokern

Staircase Arete

One of five routes at Spirit Rock, at the lower end of the grade range.

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Is Staircase Arete open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Staircase Arete, 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 five routes catalogued at Spirit Rock, this climb sits at the lower end of the crag's grade span.

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Big Willi Mountaineering Company

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