North American Classic Climbs

Crimson Chrysalis

One of the sandstone jewels of the Red Rocks area in Nevada (among many), this route has all the attributes of a classic. Every pitch is a delight, the high desert environment is a paradise, and you reach a real summit from which the decidedly otherwordly attractions of the Las Vegas Strip are clearly visible. Like other moderate, accessible classics, though, it suffers from overcrowding. Plan accordingly.

Type:

Lowland Rock (crag)

Seriousness:

Location:

Red Rocks Conservation Area, near Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

References:

G4, G40

Rating:

III, 5.8+

Route Descriptions & Maps:

First Ascent:

J. & J. Urioste, October 1979

Trip Reports:

Clark 10/02
Teissier 4/02
Clark 5/95