Oregon · Rock climbing · Joseph

The Lichenator

5.7
grade
Alpine No Fixed
style

Is The Lichenator open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. It doesn't name The Lichenator, so check the source for the area it covers.

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

One of five routes catalogued at Lakes Basin, this climb sits at the lower end of the Lily Lake sector's 5.7–5.9+ range. First ascent by Oscar Edge 7/3/16.

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