It is located in a highaltitude desert basin between the franklin mountains to the west and the hueco mountains to the east. Jeremy fullerton swoops up rumble in the jungle, v12 and power of landjager, v11. Featuring her ascents of crown of aragorn v and barefoot on sacred ground v12 at the age of 10. We instantly connected, and spent the next few days climbing together. It comes from vern, american boulderer john sherman nickname. Ashima shiraishis standardsmashing return to hueco tanks, tx in march, 2012. Here is a video i put together of a few problems from the trip. The history of climbing at hueco tanks would require hundreds of pages, and include the birth of modern bouldering and the nowubiquitous vscale. Climbing destination guide bouldering at hueco tanks. By making reservations and seeing the orientation video, you can roam free over north mountain. Hueco tanks is one of the top bouldering spots in the nation. Find rock climbing routes, photos, and guides for every state, along with reallife experiences and advice from fellow climbers. Read on for more information about accessing hueco tanks and to schedule a tour with us.
Kilian fischhuber sending slashface v in hueco tanks. At the beginning of 2012 i spent a few days climbing in hueco tanks. In february an outdoor bouldering competition known as the hueco rock rodeo is held. Magic hour is an unforgettable experience in huecothe rocks come alive as the day ends. Im excited to return and finish off some more classics. Obe carrion climbing flying marcel v11, hueco tanks youtube. Visit the volunteer page keyword search on hueco to find out how you can help. Located near hueco tanks, gleatherland ranch accommodations include yurtcamper rentals and a quiet campground. The climbers of hueco tanks coalition is dedicated to preserving and enhancing rock climbing at hueco tanks historic site. Climber jule wurm boulders at hueco tanks, texas outside. The first 5 minutes of climbing footage are spent watching obe carrion give the beta for, and then working, repeatedly, a v11.
Here are 21 classic hueco tanks boulder problems to get you psyched for the 24th annual hueco rock rodeo this weekend february 10 12. Hueco tanks picture of a hueco, description of the video the park makes campers view, and links. Rangers and volunteers lead pictograph, hiking, birding and rock climbing tours. However, due to the sensitive nature of hueco tanks state park and historic site, we ask all climbers and nonclimbers to follow the appropriate behavior below when visiting the park. The climbing here is extremely varied, and there is truly something for everyone, at every grade. Obtenez votre kindle ici, or download a free kindle reading app. The climbers of hueco tanks coalition in conjunction with hueco tanks state park has worked out a plan for the east spur maze. Hoping to travel at our own pace, after the mandatory orientation video we embarked on a selfguided day on the north mountain and its bouldering routes, or. In the other side, wurm takes you along on a trip to hueco tanks, a famous climbing area in texas. Mar 30, 2006 the hueco rock ranch offers climbers a friendly place to stay while spending time at hueco tanks.
Alex puccio bouldering in hueco tanks climbing magazine. A week of bouldering at hueco tanks state park the morning. The hueco rock ranch offers climbers a friendly place to stay while spending time at hueco tanks. The descriptions and topos make it possible to find even the most remote climbs. For archeologists, hueco tanks state park is not one but many archeological sites. Nov 16, 2012 the climbers of hueco tanks coalition in conjunction with hueco tanks state park has worked out a plan for the east spur maze.
There are 70 permits delivered each day for north mountain and 60 are reserved at least 6 months in advance. Bouldering in hueco tanks usually requires either reservations or volunteer or commercial guides. Remember, some areas of the park can only be accessed on a tour. Dec 15, 2016 climbers of hueco tanks represent the climbing community at hueco. Maybe the boulder area of the united states, because of its beauty et because of problems number. British climbers dave mason and mina lesliewujastyk escape the uk for the bouldering mecca of hueco tanks, texas. Gleatherland offers affordable camper caravan, yurt rentals, and camping. Watch climbing in fontainebleau fail elia maino on dailymotion. Hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide regional book. Climbing destination guide bouldering at hueco tanks state. Hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide regional rock climbing series. Climbers of hueco tanks coalition hueco rock ranch status. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5 video.
Call 512 3898911 to make a reservation to climb in the selfguided area. Hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide regional rock climbing series sherman, john on. North mountain selfguided, west and east mountain, and east spur. Pdf download hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide regional. There are too many routes to create a pdf at this node. Apr 21, 2015 the first 5 minutes of climbing footage are spent watching obe carrion give the beta for, and then working, repeatedly, a v11. Hueco tanks interesting bouldering area for problems up to 5c, from 6a to 6c, from 7a to 7c and starting from 8a fontainebleau grades.
Take the time to smell the forest, even though youre in the desert. While climbing it, we met a great couple from minnesota, emily and zach, who were on a threemonth trip. Climbers of hueco tanks represent the climbing community at hueco. Mushroom boulder at hueco tanksclosed rock climbing. In order to minimize the impact to this area we have split this area into three zones and each area can host one full tour at.
Hueco tanks climbing threatens sacred sites on feb. Wurm shares how a different style of climbing for her has opened her eyes to a new. Hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide regional book download free. Dont get me wrong, hueco v11 is not easy, but in a time when the ladies are sending v14 and the boys are flashing v, i feared the epic nature of the act might be lost on todays audience thats inundated daily by the. Mushroom boulder at hueco tanksclosed is a rock climbing community website where climbers can find information about rock climbing routes. Hueco is an amazing place with endless boulder problems. Ashima and obe, available on dvd or hd download as part of the 2011 reel rock film tour. In order to minimize the impact to this area we have split this area into three zones and each area can host one full tour at a time. Hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide regional rock. Magic hour is an unforgettable experience in hueco the rocks come alive as the day ends. If you have any footage of you climbing at hueco tanks please contact us. In this book john sherman has produced the quintessential guidebook for climbers wanting to go to the pinnacle of climbing hueco tanks. North mountain has the most dense bouldering but access requires a reservation. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app.
Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Hueco climbing history timeline thanks for visiting our website. Hueco tanks is also a sacred place for numerous native american tribes. Been climbing about a month, probably my best climb yet v2v4 at the new trc durham that made it to the top the other day. Easily my favorite route at hueco tanks, this huecofilled line sat in a small cave area secluded from everything else around it. The best place to get an idea of the classic climbs at hueco is to either look around online at videos and photos, or check out the guidebooks, or talk to friends. Showers, communal hang out area, and good company around the fire are included. A little off the beaten path, we offer a quiet place, away from the crowds. American alpine club now owns the hueco rock ranch. Hueco tanks is also the birthplace of the bouldering grade rating system v and a bouldering mecca that attracts professional and recreational climbers alike. Wagon wheel coopt is a great option for tours north side of mushroom boulder permanently closed. Climbing holds catalogue 2017 pdf, 19 mb lapis bolt hole depth 2016 pdf. East and west mountain also offer amazing climbing, but you are required to have a guide to gain entrance to those mountains.
Rentals include all necessary amenities for supreme comfort. Hueco tanks is comprised of 3 mountains and 1 spur a lateral offshoot of a mountain. Encompassed under the rubric 41ep2the official site designationare 29 archeological localities and more than 270 rock imagery panels bearing evidence of the many different cultures who made the area their home. Instant pdf generic precreated pdf for hueco tanks there are too many routes to create a pdf at this node. Obe carrion climbing flying marcel v11, hueco tanks. Easily my favorite route at hueco tanks, this hueco filled line sat in a small cave area secluded from everything else around it.
Bouldering in north mountain, hueco tanks mountain project. Hueco is a spanish word meaning hollows and refers to the many waterholding depressions in the boulders and rock faces throughout the region. Hueco pronounced wheyco is literally the spanish translation for hollows, because the area is full of waterholding depressions, or what we as climbers call, huecos in the rock. Mar 04, 2017 hueco tanks climbing threatens sacred sites on feb. We have searched out many climbing videos and have brought you some of our favorite. The sports of climbing and bouldering are not governed by strict rules. Request a tour by calling 915 8496684 before your visit. The worldclass climbing at hueco tanks state park is a true texas gem. Sep 02, 2019 watch climbing in fontainebleau fail elia maino on dailymotion. In january and february 2012, alex puccio fired off some of hueco tanks testpieces, including barefood on sacred ground v11, mo mojo v11, and chablanke v11.
Climbing in hueco tanks, hueco tanks mountain project. Bouldering at hueco tanks state park, north mountain. Blue lizard climbing and yoga hueco tanks bouldering and. Hueco tanks is a desert syenite paradise for all levels of boulderers, offering four major areas to climb and explore.
Granite is incredible and show so many types of holds. Hueco is one of the most sacred places i have ever visitedthe history, the rock art, and the. People come from all over to climb, both selfguided and on tours, in the unique historical areas within the park. Bouldering at hueco tanks state park, north mountain parking lot. Video of two fun problems i did on a short 3 day trip to hueco tanks. We also offer photography services during these tours if desired.
If you are planning a climbing trip to hueco, check out the hueco info and tpwd sections. You have to show up at the gate of the park early to try your luck at the other 10. Spanish, french, italian, chinese, japanese, french, german and portuguese. Experience worldclass rock climbing at hueco tanks. Obe carrion climbing flying marcel v11, hueco tanks video. Rock climbing routes in hueco tanks state historic site, west.
Because hueco tanks is a protected site, there are only a limited amount of selfguided climbs allowed each day, so be sure to call ahead for a reservation. There are many classic problems here such as nobody gets. Sep 20, 2017 in january and february 2012, alex puccio fired off some of hueco tanks testpieces, including barefood on sacred ground v11, mo mojo v11, and chablanke v11. Five star climbing in the lone star state lost in north america, ep. Painted rock art from ancient peoples that once lived in hueco tanks. Heinz duerkop killed in cowardly hitandrun on june 21, 2009.
Born of molten rock from the earths interior more than 30 million years ago and stripped bare by the ebb and flow of subsequent weathering and erosion, the three massive granitic hills that we now call hueco tanks rise like an island more than 400 feet above the chihuahuan desert floor in far west texas. Rock climbing area hueco tanks info, betas, location. Hueco tanks climbing and bouldering guide, 2nd regional rock climbing series by john sherman. Due to its abundance of extremely steep and physical climbs, hueco tanks is also an excellent area to use as a training ground to get dead strong.
Unlike other accommodations in the area, you wont have to share your living space with anyone but your loved ones or friends. Here, watch her on sunshine v11, eckstein v10, theater of the absurd v10, left martini v10, and full service v10. Hueco tanks is home to worldclass bouldering tpw magazine. If you are a guide, please take note of these changes. Ancient rock art is reborn at hueco tanks state park texas parks and wildlife official duration. Students of climbing history will marvel at the problems established without crash pads by john sherman and bob murray, and the standarddefining contributions of fred nicole and chris sharma. Powered by the national weather service digital forecast database. Hueco tanks is described by mountain project as the best bouldering spot in the world. Hueco tanks state park information blue lizard climbing and.