15. Split Rock
Big Lake, Washington

Climbing Type Grades Height Rock Type Quantity of Rock Cliff Aspect
Bouldering/Crag;Mixture Mixed 10250 Andesite Day North

Development Number of Routes Season Ownership Camping Quality
Minimal 10Summer Bureau of Indian Affairs Free **

Directions:

S of Big Lake. Drive on Lake Cavanaugh Road for 9.6 mi. Turn L on Ga-Pacific Logging rd for 1 mi. Turn NE on same logging rd for 6.0 mi (turning L, then R, and L once past main intersection) to Split Rock. (On Section 25 of Clear Lake USGS topo quad).

Notes:

Excellent chimney climbing in a backwoods area. For locals only. Rock is very solid. For those willing to do a little cleaning, the rewards are tremendous.

Classics:

References:

RNR.com Additions 11/97; Guidebook(s): Kloke's Climber's Guide to Lowland Rock in Skagit & Whatcom Counties