West Ridge
The easiest of five routes catalogued at Mt. Conness, an alpine line.
- 5.6
- grade
- Alpine No Fixed
- style
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One of five routes catalogued at Mt. Conness, this climb represents the entry point to the grade range found on the peak. An alpine line with no fixed protection.
Photo of the crag

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