Spring Loaded
V8 boulder · 30 ft · ★★★☆
First ascent: Matt Kirk, 1996
Description
Start as on The High Road (V7), but move right across the cave at the obvious crimp rail to a large angular hold which is the start of Spring Board (V3). Top out on the right side of the cave as opposed to the left for The High Road.
Protection
Pads for cave, and to protect the V3 finish.
Access
The 13-mile Scenic Drive requires a timed-entry reservation October to May and has seasonal gate hours. Calico Basin and Kraft Mountain sit outside the Scenic Drive and need no reservation.
Wet rock: Aztec sandstone loses much of its strength when wet. Do not climb for at least 24 to 48 hours after rain or snowmelt, or holds break off and routes are permanently damaged.