Salt Creek Canyon Utah Climbing Guide
Salt Creek Canyon offers solid sport climbing on quality sandstone in a scenic desert setting. The area is known for its accessible routes on the Chokecherry Dike, making it a great spot for working through the grades from 5.5 to 5.9. Access is straightforward, but check current regulations as this area can have seasonal restrictions.
Classic Routes
The must-do routes that define the area's character and showcase what makes Salt Creek Canyon special.
Routes
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Spider Pig (5.5, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Twig and Berries (5.6, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Sasquatch (5.7, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Pocket Change (5.8, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Telestial Depressions (5.8+, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Himmlers Remains (5.9, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Carpal Masochism (5.9, Sport, Chokecherry Dike)
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Castle Arch (5.5, Trad, Horse Canyon in the Needles District)
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Hard Routes (5.10+)
When you're ready to step up your game, these routes will test your skills on more demanding terrain.
Routes
- Angel Arch (5.10+, Trad, Angel Arch in the Needles District)
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