Pentapitch Area Little Cottonwood Climbing Guide

A curated route guide to Pentapitch Area Little Cottonwood.

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Pentapitch Area Little Cottonwood Climbing Guide

The Pentapitch Area delivers some of Little Cottonwood's most varied climbing, from mellow multi-pitch adventures to technical single-pitch challenges on solid quartzite. This zone attracts climbers looking for everything from their first trad leads to hard sport projects, with the classic Pentapitch route serving as the area's crown jewel. Access is straightforward from the main canyon road, making it a go-to destination for both locals and visiting climbers.

Classic Routes

The must-do lines that define this area's character. These routes represent the best climbing experiences across different grades and styles.

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Beginner Routes (5.5–5.9+)

Perfect for building your trad skills and getting comfortable with Little Cottonwood's unique rock. These routes offer solid protection and manageable grades while you dial in your gear placement and route-finding abilities.

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Intermediate Routes (5.10a–5.11a)

Step up your game with these technical challenges that demand solid movement skills and gear confidence. Mix of sport and trad options keeps sessions interesting while you push into harder grades.

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Hard Routes (5.11b–5.12a)

Serious business for climbers ready to test their limits. These routes demand precise technique, mental fortitude, and solid experience on the rock type.

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Boulders

When you need a break from the gear game or want to work specific moves, the area offers quality boulder problems.

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