Kingdom of Zilch

Kingdom of Zilch is a climbing area within Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Texas, managed by State Park and Recreation. The name Kingdom of Zilch sits alongside several other climbing areas and trails in the same cluster, including Sci-Fi wall, The Kingdom and Solo Boulder, all about a tenth of a mile away. The closest hike is the Interpretive Loop, also about 0.1 mile off, and the Summit Trail is about 0.2 mile away. The area works well for both climbers and hikers, with routes and boulders close to the trails. For climbers, the routes here mix trad and sport styles, and the boulders sit within the same small radius. The climbing routes range from about 5.8 to 5.12- on the YDS scale and from V0 to V4 on the V scale. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Fredericksburg put April highs around 78°F and October highs around 79°F, while July and August average in the low 90s. Summer can bring highs in the low 90s, and July and August have the fewest wet days of the year, at about five. Other climbing areas in the immediate vicinity include The Kingdom and Solo Boulder, each about 0.1 mile away, and the Summit Trail is about 0.2 mile off. For paddling, Sandy Creek and Hickory Creek are both canoeing options within about 8 miles.