Seclusion

Seclusion is a climbing area within the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Virginia, managed by the National Park Service. It sits alongside several other climbing spots, including Romeo's Ladder and Juliet's Balcony, which all lie within about a tenth of a mile. The area also pairs with the River Trail, a hike just as close. The climbing here is a mix of trad and top rope routes. There are 17 routes in total, with grades ranging from 5.1 to 5.10b/c. Some of the easier ones include Nubbin at 5.1 and Great Beginnings at 5.7, while Sickle Face is a top rope at 5.10b/c. Boulderers can try the bouldering on-site, with the hardest boulder problem at V2. For comfortable weather, aim for late spring or early fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show May highs around 76°F and September highs near 79°F, while July averages around 88°F. Paddlers can find Little Falls Branch about 8 miles away, and the Billy Goat Trail Section A offers a hike within about a third of a mile.