Lost in Space
5.11d trad · 110 ft · ★★★★
Route 5 of 10 from left to right on Challenger Wall, with Challenger on its left and Jupiter II on its right. Challenger Wall has 10 routes, from 5.10b PG13 to 5.11d; this is the hardest.
First ascent: FA: Unknown; FFA: Joshua Janes & Madaleine Sorkin
Description
The Lost in Space finish is a classic final pitch variation to Jupiter 2, adding more quality 5.11+ climbing to an already stacked route. Instead of climbing the standard last pitch of Jupiter 2 (a hand crack in a flare), step left and climb the steep fingers lieback immediately next to it. Well-protected but punchy climbing leads to a rest where one can momentarily step right before once again committing to the lefthand system via an exciting crux. Finish at the shared anchor above. Reminiscent of a Flagstaff, AZ basalt pitch and highly recommended!
Location
Are you climbing Challenger? Continue with the original finish of Jupiter 2 for a superb 5-6 pitch day of consistent 5.10+ climbing. Are you climbing Jupiter 2? Instead of the original last pitch, do the Lost in Space finish for another great pitch of 5.11+ climbing.
Protection
The same rack you have for Jupiter 2 is adequate: A single run from roughly blue Alien to #1 Camalot and a few larger RP's or smaller nuts.
Access
Timed-entry reservation required to enter the Scenic Drive October to May.
Wet rock: Aztec sandstone is fragile when wet. Do not climb for at least 24 to 48 hours after rain or snowmelt.
More routes on Challenger Wall
- X-15 5.11a R
- Adventure Punks 5.10d
- The Right Stuff 5.11b PG13
- Voyager 5.11b
- Challenger 5.10d PG13
- Jupiter II 5.11+
- Space Cowboy 5.10b PG13
- Enterprise 5.11a R
- Explorer 5.10d