South Calico Traverse
4th trad · 4,400 ft · ★★★☆
Route 1 of 3 from left to right on South Calico Ridge, with South Calico Ridge on its right. South Calico Ridge has 3 routes, from 4th to 5.7 R; 2 are harder.
First ascent: unknown
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.
More routes on South Calico Ridge
- South Calico Ridge 5.6
- Calico Ridge Traverse 5.7 R