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The Lower Malamute is
presently CLOSED (September 2002)
This awesome chunk of rock is located directly opposite The
Chief parking lot, and sits facing Howe Sound, like a mini-Grand
Wall. It is not really visible from the road. Climbing on this
feature is really divided into two areas.
LOWER MALAMUTE
This is an area of flawless steep granite peppered with what
I consider to be the best climbs in Squamish. Clean Crack,
Caboose, Penguins In Bondage, The Big Eave, Hand Jive, Overly
Hanging Out, and Crescent Crack to name a few. Its
position along the sound and the tracks of BC Rail make it a
unique and wonderful place. Unfortunately, a recent meeting between
a train and person (not a climber) have caused BC Rail to close
the area. Negotiations are in progress.
UPPER MALAMUTE
Until the most recent guide, the upper bands of the Malamute
were devoid of routes. Now they have seen the hand of the drill.
There are now more than a few bolted sport-o routes to go and
do. Low risk, low return, but the atmosphere is nice. |